9th December 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 10th February 2025
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 …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 34
Labour: 15
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Conservative: 1
6th February 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 10th February 2025
Mental health in farming
Tabled by:
Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House recognises the mental health crisis among the British agricultural sector; acknowledges that 95% of farmers in the UK under the age of 40 ranked poor mental health as one of the biggest hidden problems facing the industry; is concerned by RABI’s findings that revealed that one-in-five respondents …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
5th February 2025
Zöe Franklin 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 …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 61
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th February 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 6th 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 …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 21
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
5th February 2025
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Injury on Duty Award Scheme
Tabled by:
Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle)
That this House acknowledges the inherent risks undertaken by police officers, firefighters, paramedics and other members of the emergency services in the line of duty; notes that severe injuries sustained in the line of duty can prematurely end their careers; further notes with concern that current recognition for such sacrifices …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th February 2025
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EWS1 forms and market disruption
Tabled by:
Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat - Surrey Heath)
That this House expresses deep concern over the systemic failures of the EWS1 assessment process, which have left thousands of leaseholders in financial limbo; notes reports that Adam Kiziak, owner of Tri Fire Ltd, has been sanctioned for failing to hold adequate professional indemnity insurance, having undisclosed prohibitive exclusions, failing …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
4th February 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 6th 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 …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
4th February 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 6th 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 …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
4th February 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 6th February 2025
Drug-resistant superbugs
Tabled by:
Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester)
That this House recognises the urgent and growing challenge posed by drug-resistant superbugs emerging from the conflict in Ukraine and elsewhere, which have significantly impacted patient treatment and healthcare systems across Europe; acknowledges the severity of injuries sustained in the war and the subsequent need for medical care across multiple …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 16
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd February 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 6th February 2025
South Western Railway service standards and performance
Tabled by:
Luke Taylor (Liberal Democrat - Sutton and Cheam)
That this House notes with deep concern the inadequate state of train services provided by South Western Railway, particularly affecting Worcester Park Station, but also across the broader train network; highlights the ongoing issues of frequent cancellations, delays, and short-formed trains, often leaving commuters unable to board and contributing to …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th January 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 6th February 2025
Women's health hubs
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House notes with deep concern the Government’s decision to reduce women’s health targets in NHS guidance, including the removal of the commitment to roll out women’s health hubs across all integrated care boards; recognises that these hubs provide vital services, including faster diagnosis for conditions such as endometriosis …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th January 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 6th February 2025
Heathrow airport third runway expansion
Tabled by:
Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House regrets that the Government has indicated its support for the expansion of Heathrow airport; highlights that Heathrow is the single largest polluter in the UK and that its emissions account for over half of all UK aviation emissions; further highlights that the addition of a third runway …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
27th January 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 6th February 2025
Preventing sudden deaths from undiagnosed heart conditions
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House notes with concern that at least 12 young people die each week in the UK from undiagnosed heart conditions, often without symptoms; highlights that these conditions can often be detected through simple electrocardiogram screenings; calls for greater awareness of cardiac health in schools, universities and grassroots sports, …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
4th February 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 6th February 2025
Marking World Cancer Day 2025
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House marks World Cancer Day on 4 February 2025 and acknowledges the profound impact cancer has on individuals, families, and friends across the UK; recognises the courage and resilience of those living with cancer and the immeasurable support provided by loved ones; further recognises those who have sadly …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th January 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 6th February 2025
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2025
Tabled by:
Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset)
That this House commemorates Cervical Cancer Prevention Week which has just passed; celebrates the progress the UK has made in routine cervical screening, known as smear tests, for women and HPV vaccinations for young girls and boys; remains committed to increasing the uptake of cervical screening as well as HPV …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 24
Labour: 5
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Alliance: 1
3rd February 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th February 2025
World Cancer Day and Leukaemia UK’s Take Action, Save Lives report
Tabled by:
Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham)
That this House recognises that World Cancer Day is held on 4 February; welcomes the launch of Leukaemia UK’s report, Take Action, Save Lives, which highlights the need for a National Cancer Strategy with commitments to save and improve the lives of those affected by leukaemia; notes that nearly 60,000 …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 36
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
20th January 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 3rd February 2025
Wassailing in Somerset
Tabled by:
Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House celebrates the tradition of wassailing, a pagan ceremony deeply rooted in Somerset’s cultural heritage; notes that this Anglo-Saxon and Celtic custom involves blessing orchards to ensure a fruitful apple harvest for the year ahead; recognises that this tradition, which typically takes place on Old Twelfth Night, 17 …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th January 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 28th January 2025
Royal Horticultural Society and A3/M25 roadworks
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House recognises the outstanding contribution of the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) to horticultural education and research at Wisley Gardens in Guildford; further recognises the important contribution the garden makes in terms of community engagement and events, leisure and health and wellbeing; notes with concern the current £6 million …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th January 2025
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Female football cards and consumer products
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House acknowledges the significant progress made in women's football and the increased visibility of female players at both national and grassroots levels; notes with concern the lack of availability of birthday and greeting cards celebrating female footballers; believes that the underrepresentation of female athletes in such products undermines …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 20
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
8th January 2025
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 13th 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 …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 51
Green Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
18th December 2024
46 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 43
Independent: 3
10th October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 16th December 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 …
108 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 54
Labour: 28
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
12th December 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th December 2024
Democracy and human rights in Myanmar
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House notes with grave concern the ongoing human rights abuses perpetrated by the Myanmar military; recognises the urgent need to restore democracy and uphold the rights of the people of Myanmar; acknowledges the pivotal role of the UK as the penholder on Myanmar at the UN Security Council; …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 20
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th December 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th December 2024
Peace, democracy and accountability in Syria
Tabled by:
Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle)
That this House welcomes the sudden collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria as a turning point for the country and the wider Middle East; acknowledges the immense suffering endured by the Syrian people under a dictator who employed chemical weapons, waged brutal campaigns against civilians, and suppressed calls for …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
11th December 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th December 2024
McLaren Racing Formula 1 Constructors' Championship
Tabled by:
Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking)
That this House congratulates McLaren Racing on winning the Formula 1 Constructors' Championship with a thrilling victory at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix; recognises the outstanding talent of the entire McLaren team; celebrates the world-class automotive manufacturing in Woking, which spurred them to victory; acknowledges the global reputation of British …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
26th November 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 25th November 2024
New University of Surrey United Nations CIFAL Centre
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House congratulates the University of Surrey, Guildford, on the opening on 25 November 2024 of their new CIFAL International Training Centre for Authorities and Leaders, in partnership with the United Nations; commends its aim of capacity-building, facilitating knowledge sharing between civil society organisation representatives, public servants, decision-makers and …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024
Islamophobia Awareness Month 2024
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House supports Islamophobia Awareness Month, which is taking place this November; recognises the valuable contributions that British Muslims make to our country; acknowledges that anti-Muslim sentiment is still far too prevalent in our society, and has sadly been on the rise in light of the conflict in the …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th November 2024
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Work of St John Ambulance
Tabled by:
Kirith Entwistle (Labour - Bolton North East)
That this House recognises the lifesaving work of St John Ambulance volunteers across the country, training 250,000 members of the public in first aid every year, providing event first aid cover at 11,000 events and delivering 4,000 hours of emergency support to the NHS per month as the nation’s ambulance …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 11
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
29th October 2024
Zöe Franklin 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 …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 49
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
30th October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) medication shortages
Tabled by:
Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House expresses deep concern over the shortage and intermittent availability of ADHD medications such as concerta XL; notes the symptoms those with ADHD exhibit, such as difficulty focusing and acting without thinking, as well as the impacts of these on the daily functioning of individuals; further notes the …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 11th 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
16th October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024
15th anniversary of the repair café movement
Tabled by:
Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House celebrates the 15th anniversary of the repair café movement on 19 October; values the work done by the 3000 repair cafés globally, including the Castle Cary repair café that has repaired over 170 domestic items since its launch in July 2023, saving half a tonne of potential …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 4
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024
Establishment of the Women’s Caucus in Westminster
Tabled by:
Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House agrees to establish a Women’s Caucus in the UK Parliament, which is the women Members of Parliament working together to advance issues that disproportionately affect women; notes that there are women’s caucuses in the devolved nations of Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland; further notes that now is …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 30
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 4
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024
FareShare’s 30th anniversary
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House congratulates FareShare, the UK’s leading food redistribution charity, on its 30th anniversary; applauds FareShare for redistributing the equivalent of 135 million meals last year, equating to four meals per second, to over 8,000 frontline charities and community groups in almost every constituency across the UK; recognises the …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 8
Green Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
21st October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024
Rural Crime Action Week 2024
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House recognises Rural Crime Action Week which runs between 21 and 25 October 2024 to highlight the impact of rural crime on communities; is concerned by the NFU's 2024 Rural Crime Report which states that the cost of rural crime increased by 4.3% across the UK in 2023; …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024
Frozen pensions for UK citizens overseas
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes the so-called frozen pensions policy; further notes this sees British overseas state pensioners living in certain countries denied access to index-linked uprating of the UK state pension; believes the level of the UK state pension paid should not be dependent on the pensioner’s country of residence …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Labour: 5
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
21st October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024
Prevention of cyber-crime
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House acknowledges the growth of cybercrime with the advent of new technologies; recognises the need for the UK Parliament to ensure that legislation keeps pace with evolving cyber threats, including the Computer Misuse Act 1990; notes the restrictions the Act places on the work of UK cyber security …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd October 2024
Zöe Franklin 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
2nd September 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 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 …
106 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Liberal Democrat: 36
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
10th October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 2024
Hospice funding
Tabled by:
Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury)
That this House recognises the importance of hospices in the UK, which care for over 300,000 people each year; is deeply concerned about the current funding crisis facing hospices, due to rising costs over several years; acknowledges that the commissioning of hospice services by integrated care boards is currently not …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Green Party: 4
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
10th October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 14th 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
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 14th 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
7th October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 2024
Immediate ceasefire in Lebanon
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House expresses its alarm at the escalation of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah; supports steps taken at the UN, including by the UK, to secure a statement supporting an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah; urges all parties to de-escalate and uphold international law, including the protection of …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 39
Green Party: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
23rd July 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 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
7th October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 10th 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
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 10th 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
9th October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 10th October 2024
World Mental Health Day and rural communities
Tabled by:
Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House recognises World Mental Health Day; is concerned about the mental wellbeing of the nation’s agricultural and rural communities; is worried by the findings of RABI’s Big Farming Survey that revealed 36% of respondents had mental wellbeing scores sufficiently low enough to cause concern; is aware that farmers …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 46
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
7th October 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th 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
2nd September 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024
Overseas constituencies
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes that the Elections Act 2022 increased the number of UK citizens living abroad that are eligible to vote in UK elections to approximately 3.5 million; further notes that UK citizens residing abroad are represented by the hon. Member from their last place of residence in the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 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: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 38
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
2nd September 2024
83 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 72
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
29th July 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th July 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
24th July 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th 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
17th July 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd 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
Zöe Franklin 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
19th July 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 18th July 2024
Contribution of universities to regional space clusters
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House celebrates Space Exploration Day on 20 July, commemorating the first crewed mission to the moon and moon landing, which took place on July 20, 1969; notes that the UK space industry generates £17.5 billion for the economy and provides 50,000 highly skilled jobs across the country including …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Zöe Franklin signed this EDM on Thursday 18th 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 …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 65
Independent: 6
Green Party: 3
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th July 2024
Zöe Franklin 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 …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 60
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 4
Green Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1