24th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th March 2025
Access to football pitches for women and girls
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House expresses concern over ongoing inequalities in access to quality training facilities for women’s and girls’ football; notes that women's and girls’ teams are often allocated pitches in worse locations and poorer conditions than their male counterparts; further notes reports from local clubs that training slots for women's …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 5
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th March 2025
Ensuring stability for Ukrainian refugees in the UK
Tabled by:
Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire)
That this House believes that Ukrainian refugees fleeing war must be treated with compassion in the UK; recognises that the war in Ukraine still wages on, more than three years after Putin first invaded; notes with concern recent reports that some Ukrainian refugees have faced losing their homes and jobs …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Labour: 4
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
25th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th March 2025
Support for the World Health Organization
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House affirms its support for the World Health Organization (WHO); believes that President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the WHO via an executive order is irresponsible and dangerous; recognises that in an interconnected world, global health security and national health security are closely connected; further recognises that multilateral …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Green Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 24th March 2025
Bank closures
Tabled by:
Alex Brewer (Liberal Democrat - North East Hampshire)
That this House notes with concern that Santander is set to close its Fleet High Street branch at the end of June 2025;believes that this closure, along with others across the country, will greatly impact many in our community who rely on high street bank branches for essential services, particularly …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 24th March 2025
Support for young disabled people after education
Tabled by:
Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House acknowledges the findings in the National Star and the Together Trust’s report entitled What Comes After Education; recognises the report’s key findings, including that young people do not feel listened to, feel worried about leaving education, need access to meaningful activities, want to choose where they live …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 16
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th March 2025
Banking hubs
Tabled by:
Chris Coghlan (Liberal Democrat - Dorking and Horley)
That this House welcomes the return of in-person banking and cash services, with the opening of a banking hub in the market town of Dorking; notes that banking hubs offer important everyday banking transactions and a community banker for more specific or complex enquiries; acknowledges the contribution of Cash Access …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
17th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th March 2025
Chronic urinary tract infections and women's health
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House recognises the urgent need for improved care and support for those suffering from chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs), a debilitating condition that significantly impacts quality of life; notes with concern the lack of awareness, research, and effective treatment options available to patients; acknowledges that women's health as …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Labour: 3
Green Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Friday 14th March 2025
Wellbeing benefits of outdoor education to young people
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the significant benefits of outdoor learning for children and young people; urges the Secretary of State to undertake a review of the value of those benefits; notes that more time learning outdoors provides an opportunity for children to learn skills and characteristics to cope with many …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 21
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 13th March 2025
Covid-19 Day of Reflection 2025
Tabled by:
Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh)
That this House recognises 9 March as the Covid-19 Day of Reflection, a time to remember the lives lost during the pandemic and to acknowledge the profound impact on families, communities, and frontline workers; pays tribute to those who worked tirelessly to protect public health and support those affected; regrets …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Labour: 15
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
12th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 13th March 2025
Building consensus on a pathway to spending 3% of GDP on defence
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House recognises the growing security challenges and threats facing the UK and its allies; believes that an increase in UK defence spending to 2.5% of GDP as soon as possible is necessary to maintain the UK's military readiness, bolster its deterrence, and support its commitments to global security; …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 13th March 2025
Future of the adoption and special guardianship support fund
Tabled by:
Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester)
That this House expresses deep concern over the future of the adoption and special guardianship support fund (ASGSF), which is set to expire on 31 March 2025; recognises the vital role the fund plays in providing essential mental health services to adopted children and those under special guardianship orders, supporting …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 46
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 13th March 2025
Adult education
Tabled by:
Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset)
That this House recognises the importance of adult education; thinks that access to adult education should be free or affordable and across a wide range of subjects, skills and topics; praises the work of Frome Community Education, a non-for-profit which offers free adult classes in IT, literacy and numeracy as …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 13
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 13th March 2025
Tackling the climate and nature crisis
Tabled by:
Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset)
That this House recognises the urgent need for the UK to take world-leading action on climate change and environmental protection; notes that climate change poses the greatest threat to global stability, public health, and ecological preservation; further notes that the UK has an opportunity to lead in the transition to …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 30
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
10th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 13th March 2025
Community pharmacies
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House notes the perilous state of community pharmacies, which are struggling to survive across the country; recognises that pharmacies are at the heart of our communities, are an essential part of health and care services, and are relied upon by millions of people every day; further notes that …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 51
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 13th March 2025
World Kidney Day 2025
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House acknowledges that World Kidney Day takes place on Thursday 13 March 2025; recognises that an estimated 3.5 million people are living with later stage, 3-5, chronic kidney disease (CKD), although many remain undiagnosed; further recognises the mental health impacts of severe CKD, evidenced through 67% of patients …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 16
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 13th March 2025
Ending the sale of tickets to captive orca and dolphin shows
Tabled by:
Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh)
That this House believes that travel companies should stop selling tickets to shows featuring captive orcas and dolphins; notes with concern that despite mounting evidence of the harm caused to these animals in captivity, over 3,600 cetaceans worldwide remain confined for human entertainment; recognises that captivity severely restricts cetaceans’ natural …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Labour: 4
Green Party: 2
5th March 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 13th March 2025
Rail fare increase
Tabled by:
Paul Kohler (Liberal Democrat - Wimbledon)
That this House regrets the Government’s decision to increase rail fares by 4.6%; notes that this decision comes while cancellations, delays and overcrowding remain endemic; further notes that the hike will cost many commuters hundreds of pounds a year; further regrets that this decision follows years of rising transport costs …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Green Party: 2
27th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 6th March 2025
Climate Change Committee's 7th Carbon Budget
Tabled by:
Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire)
That this House recognises the Climate Change Committee (CCC)’s 7th carbon budget as a clear pathway to UK energy security, protecting families and businesses from volatile fossil fuel prices controlled by authoritarian regimes; is deeply concerned by the CCC's findings that the UK has deliverable plans for only a third …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 3rd March 2025
Changes to Overseas Development Assistance
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House expresses concern over the Government’s decision to reduce the UK’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) from 0.5% to 0.3% of Gross National Income (GNI); agrees with the importance of strengthening the UK’s national security and defence commitments, particularly in light of increasing global security challenges, but recognises that …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 52
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
26th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 27th February 2025
West Bank
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House is deeply concerned by recent developments in the West Bank; believes that the deployment of Israeli military personnel to the West Bank, which constitutes one of the most significant military operations in the area since 2002, further escalates tensions and undermines the stability of the fragile ceasefires …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 40
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
26th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 27th February 2025
Treatment of Israeli hostages
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House is deeply moved by the release of hostages after being held in captivity for over 16 months by Hamas; notes with disgust the way in which hostages have been treated while in captivity and during their release, such as the way in which Eli Sharabi was cruelly …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 27th February 2025
Impact of tool theft on tradespeople
Tabled by:
Luke Taylor (Liberal Democrat - Sutton and Cheam)
That this House notes the financial and emotional toll of tool theft on tradespeople; acknowledges that replacing stolen equipment can be costly, often leading to economic hardship for small businesses; highlights that theft results in cancelled jobs and loss of income; recognises the stress caused by dealing with theft and …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 27th February 2025
British Science Week
Tabled by:
George Freeman (Conservative - Mid Norfolk)
That this House marks British Science Week - a ten-day celebration of science, research and innovation – featuring thousands of events and activities across the UK for people of all ages; commends the efforts of the British Science Association to inspire and enable schools, community groups, cultural organisations, research institutions …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
24th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 27th February 2025
Hill farming
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises hill farming to be critical to the protection and restoration of beautiful British upland farmland; acknowledges the world class standards of animal husbandry and food production practised by British upland farmers; notes that hill farmers work to improve biodiversity through sheep grazing and the protection of …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
24th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th February 2025
Increases in rail fares
Tabled by:
James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes)
That this House deeply regrets the Government’s decision to increase rail fares by 4.6%, at a time when performance on the rail network continues to decline; notes with concern that this increase fails to incentivise train use, undermining efforts to promote public transport as an affordable and sustainable alternative; expresses …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
24th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th February 2025
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide charity
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House recognises the important work done by the charity Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide; notes that for every person who dies by suicide, there are up to 135 people who are impacted by the death; further notes Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide's aim to set up groups across …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 25
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
24th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th February 2025
Supporting British farmers
Tabled by:
Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset)
That this House recognises the vital contribution of British farmers to food security, environmental protection, and rural communities; notes with great concern that 30% of farms failed to make profit in 2023/24 and the UK has seen a 5.8% decline in dairy producers; acknowledges farmers are being forced to diversify …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 29
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
24th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th February 2025
Citizenship for refugees
Tabled by:
Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat - Hazel Grove)
That this House notes with concern the new Home Office guidance issued this month, which states that anyone who enters the UK irregularly will be refused naturalisation, regardless of how long they have lived in the UK; further notes that this policy could permanently bar many refugees from becoming British …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 37
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 24th February 2025
Prostate cancer screening and men's health support
Tabled by:
Manuela Perteghella (Liberal Democrat - Stratford-on-Avon)
That this House acknowledges the vital work of the South Warwickshire Prostate Cancer Support Group in raising awareness of prostate cancer and supporting those affected; recognises the urgent need for a National Prostate Cancer Screening Programme to improve early detection and save lives; calls for enhanced GP training on PSA …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 16
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
13th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 24th February 2025
Edinburgh Zoo's capybaras
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House celebrates the recent addition of two seven-month-old capybaras, yet to be named, to Edinburgh Zoo; recognizes the work of Edinburgh Zoo towards conservation, education and the promotion of biodiversity; commends the outstanding conservation efforts of the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS), who run Edinburgh Zoo, to …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 24th February 2025
Launch of RM Media
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House welcomes the launch of RM Media by Horia Mosadiq and Nahid Baqi, two human rights activists and journalists, last week; notes that the media platform aims to reflect the realities of life in Afghanistan and provide a space for freedom of expression and human rights; recognises that …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 1
12th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 24th February 2025
Leasehold reform
Tabled by:
Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington)
That this House believes reform to the leasehold system is long overdue; notes that Liberals and Liberal Democrats have campaigned to end leasehold since the reforms David Lloyd George laid down in the People's Budget 1909; regrets that the Conservatives in government failed to protect leaseholders from dangerous cladding or …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th January 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 24th February 2025
Postural Tachycardia Syndrome
Tabled by:
Cat Smith (Labour - Lancaster and Wyre)
That this House notes that Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) is an autonomic nervous system abnormality which causes chronic illness and significant disability, often in young people, in some cases leaving people bed ridden; further notes that the average time from first presentation of symptoms to diagnosis is seven years; also …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 35
Labour: 16
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
11th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 11th February 2025
Yorkshire Cancer Research's 100th anniversary
Tabled by:
Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough)
That this House congratulates Yorkshire Cancer Research, based in Harrogate, on reaching its 100th anniversary this year; recognises the charity’s work across the region since it was founded in 1925; recognises and celebrates its role in funding research into cancer care and treatment and in pioneering new cancer prevention and …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th February 2025
Royal Mail's universal service obligation
Tabled by:
Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset)
That this House expresses its concern over Ofcom’s proposed changes to Royal Mail’s universal service obligation which would allow Royal Mail to alternate second-class deliveries, scrap second-class deliveries on Saturday and reduce delivery targets for first and second-class post; acknowledges the importance of a reliable Royal Mail service for rural …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
10th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th February 2025
Blue Flag status for rivers
Tabled by:
Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted)
That this House calls for a new Blue Flag status for rivers and chalk streams; notes that as globally rare and ecologically unique habitats, chalk streams are not only ripe contenders for the attribution of the status but fundamentally require the formal recognition for their survival, especially given the persistent …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th February 2025
NHS targets
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House acknowledges the abject failure of the last Conservative Government to meet NHS targets; notes that this failure reflected devastating mismanagement which left hospitals crumbling, operations cancelled, pensioners treated on trolleys in corridors, and doctors and nurses at breaking point; further notes that our NHS was once the …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 34
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 10th February 2025
Children's Mental Health Week
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House celebrates Children’s Mental Health Week 2025, running from 3 to 9 February; notes with concern that 50% of children and young people with lifetime mental health problems first experience symptoms by the age of 14; further notes that this year's theme is Know Yourself, Grow Yourself, which …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 25
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 4
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 6th February 2025
US proposals for Gaza
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House believes that President Trump’s proposals for Gaza are dangerously irresponsible; recognises the need to uphold the rights and security of all citizens in Israel and Palestine; notes with concern that President Trump’s approach demonstrates total disregard for the rights and aspirations of the Palestinian people; acknowledges the …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 64
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
4th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th February 2025
Hospital maintenance
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House notes the appalling state of repair of NHS hospitals across the country; notes that the NHS maintenance backlog has reached £13.8bn; further notes that decaying and inadequate facilities threaten the safety of patients and staff; believes it is an outrage that overcrowded hospitals must close operating theatres …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 31
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
4th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th February 2025
LGBT+ History Month 2025
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House celebrates February as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month 2025; recognises that this year's theme is activism and social change, highlighting the contributions of LGBT+ people who helped advance society for all; notes that LGBT+ History Month can facilitate conversations around the continuing struggle for …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 31
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
4th February 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th February 2025
National Apprenticeships Week 2025
Tabled by:
Ian Sollom (Liberal Democrat - St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire)
That this House welcomes National Apprenticeship Week from the 10th to the 14th February 2025; celebrates the positive impact apprenticeships have on the British economy; further welcomes any events in recognition of National Apprenticeship Week 2025; and encourages more businesses to consider the benefits of taking on apprentices within the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 31
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
14th January 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th February 2025
Interstitial Lung Disease
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises the urgent need to improve the experience of people with Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) and Pulmonary Fibrosis, a progressive and life-limiting lung disease affecting over 70,000 people in the UK; acknowledges the impact of the disease on patients, their families, and caregivers, including significant physical, emotional, …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 13
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
23rd January 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 24th January 2025
Publication of fuel court prices
Tabled by:
Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot)
That this House calls on the Government to commit to the pump watch petrol price comparison platform, as recommended by the Competition and Markets Authority.
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd January 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 22nd January 2025
Harrogate Theatre's 125th anniversary
Tabled by:
Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough)
That this House congratulates Harrogate Theatre on reaching its 125th anniversary this year; recognises the organisation’s work since it was founded in 1900, with programmes including live events such as theatre, comedy, music and dance, hosting touring productions, producing its own award winning pantomime, hosting community companies, supporting emerging artists …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
21st January 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd January 2025
Provision of residential outdoor education for children in kinship care
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the unique challenges faced by children in kinship care and the vital role outdoor education plays in fostering self-esteem and developing essential life skills; calls on local authorities to take such steps as are reasonably practicable to ensure that children living in kinship care receive at …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 30
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st January 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd January 2025
Benefits of outdoor education to children’s wellbeing
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the significant benefits of outdoor education to children’s physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing; calls on the Secretary of State for Education to undertake a review into these benefits within six months of the passing of the Children’s Wellbeing Bill; further urges the Secretary of State to …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 31
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 2
6th January 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2025
England men's cricket team's upcoming fixture against Afghanistan
Tabled by:
Tonia Antoniazzi (Labour - Gower)
That this House expresses profound concern regarding the England men's cricket team's upcoming Champions Trophy fixture against Afghanistan; understands that this fixture will take place in the context of the banning of female participation in sport by the Taliban in Afghanistan; pays tribute to the Afghanistan women's cricket team who …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 21
Labour: 17
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 2
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
16th January 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2025
US trade and impact assessments
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, that he will be graciously pleased to give directions that there be deposited in the Library of the House of Commons all impact assessments which His Majesty’s Government has made regarding the impact of potential US tariffs on the UK economy.
23 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 20
Green Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th January 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 20th January 2025
Open Doors 2025
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the launch of the Open Doors World Watch List 2025 on Wednesday 15 January 2025, which assists in helping to highlight areas worldwide where Christians continue to be persecuted and where many face the most extreme oppression, threats and on many occasions death; and calls on …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
8th January 2025
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th January 2025
Protecting children from sexual abuse
Tabled by:
Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat - Hazel Grove)
That this House believes that no child should ever be subjected to sexual abuse or exploitation; recognises that any perpetrators must face the full force of the law; emphasises that to fully deliver justice for survivors, steps must be taken at all levels of Government to better protect children from …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 51
Labour: 3
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th November 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th December 2024
Emergency care
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House notes with dismay that emergency departments across England are in a state of crisis after years of neglect and failure by the last Conservative government; commends the hard work of all emergency service workers that despite extremely tough working conditions save thousands of lives every day; notes …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 39
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
21st November 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th December 2024
Carers Rights Day 2024
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this house recognises the importance of carers in the UK, in the light of Carers Rights Day; in addition acknowledges the poor working conditions and low pay that carers struggle with; highlights the value of carers to societies across the UK; notes that while the recent budget has added …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
3rd December 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th December 2024
Bowel Cancer UK report into NHS services
Tabled by:
Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham)
That this House recognises bowel cancer as the second biggest cancer killer, with over 13,500 people tragically dying from bowel cancer each year in England alone; acknowledges the findings from Bowel Cancer UK’s report entitled Delivering the ambitions of the NHS Long Term Plan: A review of progress of bowel …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 33
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
Conservative: 1
9th December 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th December 2024
Review into breast cancer screening
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House recognises the worrying rise in breast cancer cases in younger women; notes with concern that breast cancer accounts for 43% of all cancers diagnosed in women aged 25-49, yet women wait until they are 50 or older to begin routine screening; urges everyone to work together to …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 36
Labour: 15
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd December 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 3rd December 2024
Merry Christmas Harrogate single
Tabled by:
Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough)
That this House congratulates the Straymen, Simon Cotton, Joe Pearce and all other individuals and organisations involved on the release of the single Merry Christmas Harrogate; highlights the dedication of all those involved to improving and advertising the town of Harrogate and all that it offers; and wishes them luck …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 1
25th November 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th November 2024
National Insurance contributions rise exemption for childcare providers
Tabled by:
Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House notes that the increase to the rate of employers' National Insurance contributions announced in the Autumn Budget will lead to higher childcare fees for families, along with probable closures of early years and childcare settings; further notes that early years and childcare provision has faced years of …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 29
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st November 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024
Carers Rights Day
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House celebrates Carers Rights Day; recognises the hard and vital work unpaid carers do caring for their loved ones; notes that carers across the country support the wellbeing of millions of the most vulnerable in our society and contribute £184bn to the UK economy; further notes that health …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 37
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
11th November 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th November 2024
Social care workers and National Insurance
Tabled by:
Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay)
That this House notes that social care workers should be exempt from the National Insurance tax rise announced in the Autumn Budget 2024; welcomes the extra funding provided for the NHS and other public sector organisations to cover the cost of the tax rise, but notes that the vast majority …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 40
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
29th October 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024
Israeli Knesset decision to ban UNRWA
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its deep concern at the Israeli Knesset’s vote to ban UNRWA; notes that this comes at a desperate moment in Gaza with a senior UN humanitarian official warning that the entire population of north Gaza is at risk of dying; further notes that, given the critical …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 50
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
5th November 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th November 2024
Cuts to the International Development Budget
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House expresses disappointment at the cut to international development spending in the Budget; notes that conflicts in the Middle East, the Sahel, the Horn of Africa and Ukraine mean the United Kingdom's support is needed more than ever; recognises that overseas aid spending is at its the lowest …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 29
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
10th October 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2024
UN Special Rapporteur's report on atrocity crimes in Iran
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House welcomes the landmark Atrocity Crimes report by the UN Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in Iran, published by the OHCHR in July 2024, which sheds light on grave human rights violations, including the 1988 massacre of political prisoners; notes that the report states that …
109 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 54
Labour: 29
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
22nd October 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024
Outdoor education
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes the profound benefits of outdoor education for children's physical, mental, and emotional well-being; highlights the value of residential outdoor learning in developing essential life skills; urges the Government to make it a statutory part of the school curriculum; calls for inclusivity, ensuring all children can access …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Independent: 4
Green Party: 4
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th October 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024
World Mental Health Day 2024
Tabled by:
Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester)
That this House marks World Mental Health Day, which takes place each year on 10 October, and which raises awareness of mental health issues and promotes positive mental wellbeing globally; notes that the theme for 2024 is workplace mental health; expresses concern that, in 2024, Britain is facing increasing waiting …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
9th October 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 10th October 2024
World Homelessness Day 2024
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House marks World Homelessness Day 2024; notes with concern that 3,898 people were found sleeping rough in England in the autumn snapshot 2023; further notes that 11,880 people were served no fault eviction notices in the year ending in March 2024 and one in 200 households were living …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 45
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
8th October 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th October 2024
Value of grasslands
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House acknowledges the value of nature-rich grasslands and the people who manage them, from meadows and pastures, to road verges and community grassland green spaces; and recognises that a strategic approach by Government is needed to make the most of this multifunctional national asset in order to support …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Green Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
7th October 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th October 2024
Conflict in the Middle East
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its deep concern at the escalation in the Middle East; recognises the role played by UK and US forces in response to Iran’s condemnable attacks; believes it is right that we have played our part in preventing escalation; expresses gratitude to our military personnel; calls on …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 43
Green Party: 4
4th October 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th October 2024
Preservation of Harland & Wolff
Tabled by:
Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House expresses deep concern at the collapse of Harland & Wolff into administration, marking a pivotal moment in the decline of the legendary company known worldwide as the builder of RMS Titanic; condemns the Government's failure to act decisively to safeguard the company and its workers, which has …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th October 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th October 2024
Peace in the Middle East
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House notes its deep alarm at the escalation of violence in the Middle East amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, 100 Israelis still being held hostage and a new humanitarian crisis in Lebanon; urges the Government to work to bring about immediate bilateral ceasefires in Lebanon and …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 58
Green Party: 4
Labour: 1
7th October 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 7th October 2024
20th anniversary of Parkrun
Tabled by:
Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough)
That this House celebrates the 20th anniversary of Parkrun, which was founded in 2004 in Bushy Park, London, and now operates in 20 countries with millions of participants worldwide, encouraging physical activity, community spirit, and inclusivity, providing free, weekly, timed 5k events that are accessible to all regardless of age, …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 24
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
11th September 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th September 2024
Saudi Arabia’s bid to join the UN Human Rights Council
Tabled by:
Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole)
That this House expresses profound concern over Saudi Arabia's bid to secure a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council; notes with alarm the extensive record of human rights violations in Saudi Arabia, including but not limited to restrictions on freedom of expression, the use of capital punishment, and …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 38
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
29th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th September 2024
Alan Gloak MBE
Tabled by:
Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House celebrates the life of Alan Gloak MBE; thanks him for his services to Somerset as a dedicated councillor; former Mayor of Glastonbury, and a tireless Liberal Democrat campaigner; recognises the pioneering role he played for the LGBTQ+ community as a writer for HIM magazine and Q International; …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th September 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 10th September 2024
John Shackleton's aid missions to Ukraine and elsewhere
Tabled by:
Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough)
That this House notes the contribution of Mr Charles John Shackleton to delivering aid to many warzones including Kosovo, Afghanistan and Ukraine, amongst other places, over many years; further notes the purchase and delivery of ambulances to warzones, in particular Ukraine, and how that has helped to care for those …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th September 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th September 2024
Penguins at Sea Life London Aquarium
Tabled by:
Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester)
That this House expresses grave concern regarding the welfare of 15 Gentoo penguins currently being kept in a windowless basement at the London Sea Life Aquarium; notes that these penguins, native to the Antarctic Circle, are confined to a pitifully small enclosure with only six to seven feet of water …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Green Party: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
9th September 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 9th September 2024
Horticap's 40th anniversary
Tabled by:
Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough)
That this House congratulates Horticap, a Harrogate-based charity, on reaching its 40th anniversary; recognises the charity’s outstanding work since its founding in 1984, providing adults with learning disabilities training in horticulture, allied crafts, and rural skills; commends the dedication of its staff, volunteers, and supporters who have contributed to Horticap’s …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd September 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th September 2024
Accelerating construction work and lower carbon construction vehicles
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House recognises the benefits of the production of concrete with zero waste, fewer lorry movements and minimal water waste by greener volumetric mobile concrete plants (VCMs); acknowledges that since their invention in 1975 and following regulations in 2918, VCMs have operated safely in the UK at 38.4 tonnes …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 16
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
2nd September 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2024
Ban trophy hunting imports
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes CITES data and investigations by the Campaign to Ban Trophy Hunting published in the national media showing British trophy hunters are killing and bringing home trophies of threatened species including African elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, hippopotamuses, zebras, wolves, monkeys, wild cats, lynxes, cougars, bears, and African …
111 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Liberal Democrat: 39
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
2nd September 2024
82 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 71
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
30th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd September 2024
Voter identification
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House believes democracy is best served when eligible voters are encouraged to participate in elections; does not believe there was evidence of widespread voter fraud prior to 2022; notes with concern evidence that the requirement to provide voter identification in order to vote in the 2024 local and …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 25
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
29th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024
Inclusion of district councils in devolution negotiations
Tabled by:
Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House recognises the crucial role played by district councils in delivering services to communities across the country; welcomes the Government’s commitment to further devolution talks; notes with concern initial comments from ministers that negotiations would take place with county councils only; but further welcomes subsequent suggestions that district …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
2nd September 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 20th August 2024
Recognising the economic impact of Taylor Swift's Eras tour on the UK economy
Tabled by:
Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough)
That this House acknowledges the substantial economic impact of Taylor Swift's Eras tour on the UK economy, with an estimated boost of nearly £1 billion; notes the concept of Swiftonomics as a demonstration of how cultural events can drive significant economic activity across multiple sectors, including hospitality, retail, and transportation; …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Friday 26th July 2024
UK arms exports to Israel
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes with deep concern possible breaches of International Humanitarian Law by Israel in the Occupied Palestinian Territories; expresses its concern that UK arms supplied to Israel may have been used to commit breaches of International Humanitarian Law; resolves to improve parliamentary scrutiny of the UK’s control of …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 51
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Friday 26th July 2024
Contribution of lidos
Tabled by:
Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House celebrates the contribution to our country’s health, wellbeing and heritage made by lidos; notes with concern the significant financial challenges being faced by the sector, principally due to energy costs but also as a result of ongoing maintenance to heritage assets and required capital investment; notes that …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 5
Green Party: 1
24th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 26th July 2024
Zero carbon homes
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House believes that all new homes should be built to a zero carbon standard; urges the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government to grant local councils and National Park authorities the powers to enforce the Future Home Standard for all new homes; calls for all …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
17th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2024
Cumbria coal mine court appeal
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House welcomes the Government’s decision to withdraw support for plans for a new coal mine at Whitehaven in Cumbria; recognises that commissioning the coal mine contradicts the UK’s commitment to reduce carbon dioxide emissions; calls for urgent investment to be made in Cumbria for alternative sources of high …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 38
Green Party: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2024
Peace in Israel and Gaza
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House expresses its devastation at the complete humanitarian disaster in Gaza with tens of thousands of innocent Palestinians killed, millions displaced and thousands of homes destroyed; urges Hamas to unconditionally and immediately release the hostages taken following the deplorable attacks on 7 October 2023; notes the unacceptable illegal …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 64
Independent: 6
Green Party: 3
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 18th July 2024
State pension age and 1950s-born women
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House notes with concern the losses borne by 1950s women as a result of maladministration by the Department for Work and Pensions; welcomes the findings of the independent inquiry of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman; further notes that on average over 100 1950s born women die daily, …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 67
Labour: 9
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 18th July 2024
Consumer water bills
Tabled by:
Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House regrets the large increases that have been proposed to consumer water bills; notes that water companies continue to dump sewage into local waterways; believes, as a point of principle, that it is unfair for water companies to make consumers bear the brunt of the costs for improvements …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 31
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
17th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 18th July 2024
Gareth Southgate resignation as England Manager
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House notes with sadness the resignation of Gareth Southgate OBE from his role as manager of the England men’s national team on Tuesday 16 July 2024; appreciates Mr Southgate’s commitment, leadership and his steadfast support for grassroots sport; celebrates the brilliant performance of the England squad in the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Green Party: 1
18th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 18th July 2024
Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival
Tabled by:
Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough)
That this House celebrates the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival, one of the most prestigious events in the literary calendar, which annually attracts renowned authors, avid readers, and industry professionals from around the world; acknowledges the Festival's significant contribution to promoting crime fiction and nurturing emerging talent in the …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
18th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 18th July 2024
165th Great Yorkshire Show
Tabled by:
Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough)
That this House celebrates the 165th Great Yorkshire Show, a landmark event showcasing the best of British agriculture, food, and rural life; congratulates Rachel Coates on making history as the first female Show Director, succeeding Charles Mills who has commendably served in this role since 2016; acknowledges the significant contributions …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
17th July 2024
Tom Gordon signed this EDM on Thursday 18th July 2024
Child poverty and the two-child benefit cap
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House believes no child should grow up without adequate food, a warm home or security for their future; notes the Department for Work and Pensions' April 2024 statistics which state that 1.6 million children are affected by the two-child benefit cap; further notes that parents subject to the …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 59
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 4
Green Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1