Information between 11th April 2023 - 9th February 2025
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Friday 19th January 2024 Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber Subject: Zoological Society of London (Leases) Bill: Second Reading Zoological Society of London (Leases) Act 2024 View calendar |
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Thursday 11th January 2024 1:30 p.m. Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) Westminster Hall debate - Westminster Hall Subject: General Debate: Smokefree future View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Zoological Society of London (Leases) Act 2024
Presented by Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill A Bill to amend the Crown Estate Act 1961 to increase the maximum term of the lease that may be granted to the Zoological Society of London in respect of land in Regent’s Park.
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings Payments from Yonder, 10 Northburgh Street, London EC1V 0AT, for surveys: Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings 27 January 2022, received £65. Hours: approx. 30 mins. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings 7 February 2022, received £65. Hours: approx. 30 mins. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings 11 February 2022, received £75. Hours: approx. 30 mins. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings 16 March 2022, received £75. Hours: approx. 30 mins. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings 4 April 2022, received £75. Hours: approx. 30 mins. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings 4 August 2022, received £75. Hours: approx. 30 mins. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings 17 August 2022, received £75. Hours: approx. 30 mins. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings 25 September 2022, received £75. Hours: approx. 30 mins. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings 28 October 2022, received £75. Hours: approx. 30 mins. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings 11 November 2022, received £75. Hours: approx. 30 mins. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings 23 November 2022, received £75. Hours: approx. 30 mins. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 1. Employment and earnings 29 November 2022, received £75. Hours: approx. 30 mins. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 4. Visits outside the UK Name of donor: Devan Parekh Address of donor: private Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): Airfare Heathrow to Mumbai £3,371.64, airfare Mumbai to Ahmedabad £85, hotel accommodation for three nights £240; total value £3,696.64 Destination of visit: India Dates of visit: 5-9 January 2023 Purpose of visit: To attend the Global Centenary Celebrations of Pramukh Swami Maharaj of Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Sanstha. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 4. Visits outside the UK Name of donor: Alliance for Public Awareness Address of donor: Union House, 111 New Union Street, Coventry CV1 2NT Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): Flights £458.81, accommodation £61.29 and sustenance £43.77; total value £563.87 Destination of visit: Manëz, Albania Dates of visit: 23-24 February 2023 Purpose of visit: To visit a refugee camp in Manëz. Source |
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20th March 2023
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) 4. Visits outside the UK Name of donor: (1) Travelio (2) Marwah Studio Address of donor: (1) 63-66, 5th floor suite, 23 Hatton Garden, London EC1N 8BQ (2) Fc14/15, Sector 16A, Film City, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201301, India Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): (1) Flights accommodation, sustenance and fuel for travel to Jaipur, value £3,000 (2) Flights accommodation, sustenance and fuel for travel to Jaipur, value £3,410 Destination of visit: Delhi Dates of visit: 12-17 February 2023 Purpose of visit: To strengthen relations between the UK Parliament and Indian Government in my capacity as Chair of the APPG India. Source |
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Wednesday 29th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 3rd February 2025 Free-to-air television coverage of the Six Nations 29 signatures (Most recent: 12 Feb 2025)Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham) That this House recognises the unique place of the Six Nations Championship within the cultural life of each of the four nations of the UK; believes that, given the special national interest, free-to-air live television coverage of the Championship must be protected; notes with grave concern recent reports that rights … |
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Wednesday 29th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 3rd February 2025 Heathrow airport third runway expansion 25 signatures (Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)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 … |
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Monday 27th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 3rd February 2025 5 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2025) Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford) That this House joins the people of Australia in celebrating 26 January, Australia's National Day, which commemorates the anniversary of Captain Arthur Philip's unfurling of the Union Flag at Sydney Cove in 1788, and the coming into effect of the Nationality and Citizenship Act 1948 establishing Australian citizenship as a … |
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Monday 27th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 3rd February 2025 8 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2025) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes RED January, Rise Every Day in January, a nationwide campaign that encourages people to engage in physical activity every day in January and raises awareness about the connection between exercise and improved mental wellbeing; highlights that recent research shows a 4% decrease in adult participation in … |
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Monday 27th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 3rd February 2025 Police officers murdered in Londonderry 5 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2025)Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry) That this House notes that on 27 January 1972 two police officers, Sergeant Peter Gilgunn and Constable David Montgomery, one a 26 year old Roman Catholic, the other a 20 year old Protestant, were murdered while on patrol in Londonderry by the IRA using a Thompson Sub Machine Gun; further … |
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Friday 24th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 3rd February 2025 38 signatures (Most recent: 4 Feb 2025) Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East) That this House notes with concern that an estimated 78,000 people had phones or bags snatched from them in Britain in the year to March 2024; further notes that this represented a 153% rise when compared to the year to March 2023; acknowledges that 70% of all thefts in London … |
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Wednesday 8th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Thursday 9th January 2025 34 signatures (Most recent: 10 Feb 2025) Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House deplores the systemic and violent subjugation of women and girls in Afghanistan by the Taliban, including extensive restrictions on speech, education, working, and unaccompanied travel or movement in the public sphere; notes that this is described by the United Nations special rapporteur as amounting to a gender … |
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Monday 6th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Thursday 9th January 2025 England men's cricket team's upcoming fixture against Afghanistan 50 signatures (Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)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 … |
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Monday 6th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th January 2025 Posthumous Victoria Cross for Blair Paddy Mayne 11 signatures (Most recent: 21 Jan 2025)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House remembers the heroic endeavours of Blair Mayne; believes that these should be acknowledged through the award of a posthumous Victoria Cross; notes that Blair, known as Paddy, Mayne was a native of Newtownards in the constituency of Strangford and that he was a legendary member and officer … |
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Tuesday 17th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Thursday 9th January 2025 20 signatures (Most recent: 20 Jan 2025) Tabled by: Shockat Adam (Independent - Leicester South) That this House expresses its grave concern over the ongoing use of sexual violence as a weapon of war in Sudan, where women are subjected to systematic rape and sexual abuse by armed groups; condemns the growing reports of women resorting to suicide in an effort to escape the horrific … |
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Monday 16th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Thursday 9th January 2025 8 signatures (Most recent: 15 Jan 2025) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates the Christmas season; remembers the true purpose of Christmas as a time to celebrate the greatest gift of God towards those he created; is mindful of the wonderful work carried out by those who love Christ in charitable and community work throughout the year; and urges … |
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Tuesday 22nd October Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Saturday 21st December 2024 7 signatures (Most recent: 21 Dec 2024) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House is deeply concerned by the ongoing attacks, systemic discrimination and persecution faced by religious and ethnic minorities in Pakistan, who face violence and a lack of legal protection; notes with alarm the reports of forced conversions, abductions, and attacks on places of worship and property confiscations which … |
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Thursday 12th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th December 2024 14 signatures (Most recent: 13 Jan 2025) Tabled by: Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth) That this House expresses its concern about the practice of cuckooing, which is when people take over a person’s home and use the property to commit crimes; notes that cuckooing commonly facilitates crimes involving drugs, weapons and sexual exploitation; recognises that cuckooing is often a hidden crime that targets the … |
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Tuesday 10th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th December 2024 Anniversary of the murder of Kenneth Smyth and Daniel McCormick 5 signatures (Most recent: 19 Dec 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the anniversary of the murder of Kenneth Smyth and his colleague Daniel McCormick on 10 December 1971 as they travelled to work; notes that Kenneth was off duty and that Daniel had left the UDR and they were slaughtered as they headed to work together; further … |
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Tuesday 10th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 16th December 2024 Attack on Adass Israel Synagogue, Melbourne 12 signatures (Most recent: 13 Jan 2025)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House unequivocally condemns the arson attack on the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne last week that is now being investigated as a terrorist incident; notes with concern the rising rates of antisemitism being seen worldwide; acknowledges that these disturbing trends are also unfolding in the UK, with the … |
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Tuesday 10th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th December 2024 12 signatures (Most recent: 13 Jan 2025) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House recognises the benefits of prescribed medical cannabis for people suffering with epilepsy and a variety of other conditions; welcomes the legalisation around the use of prescribed medical cannabis on 1 November 2018; regrets the inconsistent MHRA guidelines that risk product availability for patients; further regrets the restrictions … |
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Tuesday 3rd December Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 16th December 2024 Bowel Cancer UK report into NHS services 44 signatures (Most recent: 7 Jan 2025)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 … |
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Monday 2nd December Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th December 2024 The Ulster banner and the Northern Ireland Commonwealth flag 5 signatures (Most recent: 13 Jan 2025)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes concern that it has been reported that the Chief Executive and Chairman of Commonwealth Games, Northern Ireland feel the flag is not representative of everyone and have suggested a change to a new emblem for the 2026 games in Glasgow; highlights that there is no appetite … |
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Tuesday 26th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 16th December 2024 International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls 19 signatures (Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls, marked on November 25; notes that for at least 51,100 women in 2023, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act, their murder by partners and family members, meaning a woman … |
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Wednesday 20th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 16th December 2024 32 signatures (Most recent: 16 Dec 2024) Tabled by: Kemi Badenoch (Conservative - North West Essex) That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Housing (Right to Buy) (Limits on Discount) (England) Order 2024 (SI, 2024, No. 1073), dated 28 October 2024, a copy of which was laid before this House on 30 October, be annulled. |
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Wednesday 20th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th December 2024 Somaliland presidential election 2 signatures (Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)Tabled by: Gavin Williamson (Conservative - Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge) That this House congratulates Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi for his victory in Somaliland’s presidential election; thanks Muse Abdi Bihi for his hard work during his time as president; notes Somaliland’s success in holding a free and fair election; and calls on the Government to recognise the Republic of Somaliland as an … |
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Monday 18th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 16th December 2024 50th anniversary of the Birmingham pub bombings 13 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jan 2025)Tabled by: Jim Allister (Traditional Unionist Voice - North Antrim) That this House notes with real sadness the 50th anniversary of the Birmingham Pub Bombings which took place on 21 November 1974 in which 21 people were killed and 220 injured, the most deadly terrorist attack on British soil and largest unsolved mass murder; further notes that it is widely … |
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Tuesday 12th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th December 2024 6 signatures (Most recent: 16 Dec 2024) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House remembers the 12 year anniversary of the passing of Corporal Channing Day, who was killed alongside her colleague Corporal O'Connor en route to undertake low level training with the Afghan Local Police, in the village of Char Kutsa; notes that Corporal Day was born in Swindon and … |
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Tuesday 12th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th December 2024 Anniversary of Rev Robert Bradford MP's murder 6 signatures (Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry) This House notes that 14 November 2024 marks the 43rd anniversary of the murder of the Hon Member for South Belfast, the Rev. Robert Bradford MP, born in Limavady, Co. Londonderry in 1941 but brutally gunned down by the terrorists of the Provisional IRA as he was on his way … |
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Monday 11th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th December 2024 5 signatures (Most recent: 16 Dec 2024) Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry) That this House notes the Government's welcome recent announcement that the National Living Wage is due to increase to £12.21 per hour from April 2025 affecting three million lower paid workers; further notes that there is no increase in income tax thresholds, meaning that virtually all three million people will … |
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Monday 11th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024 24 signatures (Most recent: 12 Dec 2024) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates World Diabetes Day 2024, marked on 14 November, the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin along with Charles Best in 1922; notes the theme for 2024 is Breaking Barriers, Bridging Gaps to raise awareness and improve the lives of people suffering with Diabetes; highlights … |
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Tuesday 5th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024 30 years of the National Lottery 9 signatures (Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates the 30th birthday of the National Lottery, who have supported fantastic causes as a way to bring positive change right across the UK; notes that the first draw was held in 1994 and that the National Lottery have raised over £49 billion and awarded over 690,000 … |
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Monday 4th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024 13 signatures (Most recent: 27 Nov 2024) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House notes that the recent men’s FA Cup first round was the first to be played without the opportunity of a replay for matches that ended in a draw; regrets that, as a result, non-league teams including Weston-super-Mare, Hednesford Town, Guiseley, Southend United and others were thus denied … |
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Monday 28th October Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th November 2024 6 signatures (Most recent: 12 Dec 2024) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the retirement of Johnnie Walker, after 58 years of radio; highlights his show on BBC Radio 2, Sounds of the 70s, a much loved programme enjoyed by so many across Northern Ireland; further notes that his final show contained messages from his wife Tiggy and Sir … |
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Monday 14th October Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2024 Celebrating the life of Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert MBE BEM 20 signatures (Most recent: 12 Dec 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes with deep sadness the passing of Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert MBE BEM at the age of 100; acknowledges her extraordinary life of resilience, courage, and dedication to Holocaust education and remembrance; recognises that with the passing of each Holocaust survivor, it feels as though another thread … |
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Monday 2nd September Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2024 106 signatures (Most recent: 11 Feb 2025) 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 … |
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Thursday 10th October Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th October 2024 49 signatures (Most recent: 18 Nov 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 … |
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Thursday 10th October Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th October 2024 42 signatures (Most recent: 18 Nov 2024) 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 … |
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Wednesday 9th October Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 2024 70 signatures (Most recent: 18 Nov 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 … |
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Tuesday 8th October Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 2024 23 signatures (Most recent: 18 Nov 2024) Tabled by: Peter Prinsley (Labour - Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket) That this House welcomes the holding of the 2024 NHS Parliamentary Awards in Westminster on the 14 October 2024; further acknowledges that the Awards were founded to celebrate the NHS’ 70th birthday in 2018 and are now a welcome feature of the Westminster calendar, enabling Parliament to recognise the outstanding … |
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Tuesday 10th September Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th October 2024 Gas and carbon monoxide safety 7 signatures (Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House welcomes Gas Safety Week, which runs from 9 to 15 September 2024; recognises the importance of this awareness campaign in bringing attention to the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning from gas use; notes that millions in the UK are likely routinely exposed to unsafe levels of carbon … |
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Tuesday 10th September Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th October 2024 3 signatures (Most recent: 7 Oct 2024) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates the launch of Good Relations Week, which has been organised by the community relations council, and takes place between 16 and 22 September 2024; notes the theme of OpportUNITY, which is a call of action to create a brighter, inclusive future for all which helps build … |
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Monday 9th September Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024 22 signatures (Most recent: 22 Oct 2024) Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford) That this House joins the people of Gibraltar as they celebrate their National Day on 10 September 2024, commemorating the 1967 referendum in which more than 99 per cent. of Gibraltarians voted to reject annexation by Spain and remain a territory of the British Crown; notes the rich, diverse and … |
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Monday 29th July Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th October 2024 4 signatures (Most recent: 20 Dec 2024) Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington) That this House notes with alarm that Pakistani security forces have violently repressed a peaceful gathering in Gwadar, a port city in the southern province of Balochistan, which was organised by the Baloch Solidarity Committee, an organisation resisting enforced disappearances, military operations, resource extraction, and the targeting of political dissent; … |
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Monday 29th July Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024 Tony Blackburn's 60 years on air 7 signatures (Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates 60 years of Tony Blackburn on air; notes his first appearance on Radio Caroline on 25 July 1964 when he was only 21 and his contribution to the UK media since then; highlights his achievements over the last six decades in the media and presenting industry … |
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Monday 29th July Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th October 2024 7 signatures (Most recent: 25 Nov 2024) Tabled by: Jim Allister (Traditional Unionist Voice - North Antrim) That this House condemns the gratuitous and offensive mocking of Christianity as part of the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games 2024; and calls on the Foreign Secretary to register a protest with the International Olympic Committee. |
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Monday 29th July Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024 Treatment of female activists in Iran 17 signatures (Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington) That this House is alarmed by the breaches of International Humanitarian Law by the Iranian government; notes that the Islamic Republic’s violent repression of women and the activists defending their rights has intensified across the country since the death of President Ebrahim Raisi on 19 May 2024; highlights that women … |
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Monday 22nd July Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024 12 signatures (Most recent: 21 Oct 2024) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates Farm Safety Week, which takes place between 22 and 26 July 2024; notes that, this year, Farm Safety Week is marking 10 years of the Farm Safety Foundation, a charity set up by leading rural insurer NFU Mutual, to raise awareness of and challenge attitudes to … |
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Monday 22nd July Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th October 2024 50 years since Turkey invaded Cyprus 4 signatures (Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes that it has been 50 years since Turkey invaded Cyprus; highlights that in 1974, Turkish forces launched what they called a peace operation after a brief Greek inspired coup; further notes that whilst it has been years since there has been any violence between the two … |
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Monday 22nd July Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024 Treatment of women and girls in Afghanistan 15 signatures (Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber) That this House recalls that in August 2021 the Taliban took over Afghanistan and reversed over 20 years of progress on human rights in the country; is concerned particularly about the situation of women and girls who are subjected to a litany of atrocities which amount to gender apartheid, namely, … |
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Wednesday 17th July Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024 200th anniversary of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution 54 signatures (Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)Tabled by: Helena Dollimore (Labour (Co-op) - Hastings and Rye) That this House congratulates the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) on its 200th anniversary of saving lives at sea; thanks all crew members who have risked their lives to save over 140,000 lives at sea; and pays tribute to all volunteers past and present who support this vital work. |
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Wednesday 17th July Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024 12 signatures (Most recent: 14 Oct 2024) Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park) That this House recognises Heathrow's renewed focus on the third runway project; condemns the expansion due to its widely-recognised impact on local communities; highlights the existing impact of flying at Heathrow on south west and west London; further highlights that support for the expansion of the third runway contradicts stated … |
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Monday 2nd September Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024 81 signatures (Most recent: 10 Sep 2024) Tabled by: Rishi Sunak (Conservative - Richmond and Northallerton) That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Social Fund Winter Fuel Payment Regulations 2024 (S.I., 2024, No. 869), dated 22 August 2024, a copy of which was laid before this House on 22 August 2024, be annulled. |
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Monday 29th April Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 30th April 2024 24 signatures (Most recent: 15 May 2024) Tabled by: Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields) That this House recognises the financial and emotional hardship experienced by vulnerable, elderly building society customers and their families through being introduced by building societies which they trusted to firms offering unregulated wills and trusts; acknowledges that the products sold were unsuitable and failed, with investments that did not match … |
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Wednesday 24th April Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 29th April 2024 21 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024) Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North) That this House notes that Thursday 25 April 2024 has been designated as World Malaria Day by the World Health Organisation, marking the 17th time the day has been observed since its establishment by the World Health Assembly in 2007; further notes that this year's theme focuses on accelerating the … |
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Tuesday 23rd April Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 29th April 2024 11 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024) Tabled by: Martin Vickers (Conservative - Brigg and Immingham) That this House regrets the decision to end replays in the FA Cup; and calls on the football authorities to reconsider this decision. |
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Tuesday 23rd April Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 29th April 2024 3 signatures (Most recent: 29 Apr 2024) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the 60th anniversary of BBC2, celebrated on 20 April; highlights that it was the third British television station to be launched, starting on April 20 1964, and from 1 July 1967, Europe's first television channel to broadcast regularly in colour; further notes a major global study … |
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Wednesday 17th April Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 29th April 2024 50th anniversary of the Junior Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland 3 signatures (Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)Tabled by: Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann) That this House proudly commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Junior Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland; commends its steadfast commitment to cherishing history, tradition and the preservation of culture over the last half century; recognises the profound impact of the Junior Lodge on the lives of countless young people, notes … |
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Wednesday 17th April Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 18th April 2024 5 signatures (Most recent: 22 Apr 2024) Tabled by: Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford) That this House acknowledges the sad passing of Kent and England cricketer Derek Underwood MBE, who represented England from 1966 until 1982; notes that he claimed 297 wickets over 86 Test match appearances at an average of 25.83, making him the sixth leading wicket taker to represent England and the … |
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Monday 15th April Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Thursday 18th April 2024 9 signatures (Most recent: 10 May 2024) Tabled by: Stephen Timms (Labour - East Ham) That this House notes reports in February 2024 of an attack on a Bahai educational gathering in a private home in the Iranian town of Ghaemshar; understands that those in attendance were students at the informal, but remarkable, Bahai Institute for Higher Education, which facilitates degree level study for Bahais … |
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Monday 15th April Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 18th April 2024 80th anniversary of the Great Escape 4 signatures (Most recent: 10 May 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the 80th anniversary of the Great Escape, an act of defiance during the Second World War in which 76 prisoners of war tunnelled out of a German prisoner of war camp, Stalag Luft III, into a snowy forest; highlights that this camp was considered one of … |
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Monday 15th April Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Thursday 18th April 2024 17 signatures (Most recent: 30 Apr 2024) Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian) That this House commends the extraordinary efforts of Tim Owen, Mike Palmer and Andy Airey, collectively known as 3 Dads Walking, for their tireless dedication to raising awareness of suicide prevention among young people; welcomes them to Scotland and Midlothian as they continue their latest trek; acknowledges the profound impact … |
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Monday 18th March Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Thursday 18th April 2024 Roger Daltrey’s 24 years of Royal Albert Hall shows for Teenage Cancer Trust 20 signatures (Most recent: 20 Apr 2024)Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire) That this House celebrates 24 years of the Teenage Cancer Trust concerts at the Royal Albert Hall which have raised over £32 million, money that has helped fund specialist nurses, hospital units and support services right across the UK; applauds the work of Teenage Cancer Trust’s Honorary Patron and the … |
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Monday 18th March Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Thursday 18th April 2024 100th anniversary of the Buddhist Society 7 signatures (Most recent: 18 Apr 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the 100th anniversary of the Buddhist Society, one of the oldest Buddhist societies in Europe, founded in 1924 by Christmas Humphreys; further notes that the society presents the major authentic Buddhist schools and traditions holding lectures, classes, courses, and activities in the Therevada, Zen, Pure Land … |
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Monday 18th March Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Thursday 18th April 2024 21 signatures (Most recent: 20 Apr 2024) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates with pride, World Down Syndrome Day 2024, which is a global event that aims to raise awareness, and advocate for the rights of individuals with Down syndrome; marked each year on March 21st, this signifies the triplication of the 21st chromosome that causes Down syndrome; highlights … |
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Tuesday 26th March Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th March 2024 Referral of matters of 21 February 2024 to the Committee of Privileges 70 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)Tabled by: William Wragg (Independent - Hazel Grove) That this House notes the Speaker’s decision on selection and calling of amendments on 21 February 2024 was not in accordance with the established precedent for Opposition days; and accordingly considers that, notwithstanding the Resolution of this House of 6 February 1978, the matter of whether undue pressure was placed … |
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Wednesday 21st February Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st February 2024 90 signatures (Most recent: 20 Mar 2024) Tabled by: William Wragg (Independent - Hazel Grove) That this House has no confidence in Mr Speaker. |
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Monday 22nd January Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd January 2024 Rory McIlroy success at Dubai Desert Classic 6 signatures (Most recent: 23 Jan 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the success of Rory McIlroy at the DP World Tours Hero Dubai Desert Classic yesterday, for a record fourth time with a one stroke victory on Sunday; further notes his fantastic representation of Northern Ireland in golf and his admirable dedication to the sport, which is … |
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Monday 22nd January Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd January 2024 Ireland men's hockey team qualify for Olympics 6 signatures (Most recent: 23 Jan 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates the qualification of the Ireland senior men's hockey team securing the twelfth and final spot at the Olympic Games, winning a 4-3 triumph over Korea; notes the fantastic goals from Matthew Nelson, Ben Johnson, John McKee and Shane O'Donoghue; highlights the consistent efforts of all players … |
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Tuesday 16th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd January 2024 8 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the 2024 Big Garden Bird Watch, the world's largest garden survey, in which thousands of nature lovers take part to help build a picture of how garden birds are faring every year; highlights that across the UK over half a million people took part in the … |
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Thursday 11th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd January 2024 Hosting refugees and asylum seekers: Council Tax Single Person Discount 12 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead) That this House calls on the Government to amend the Council Tax (Additional Provisions for Discount Disregards) Regulations 1992, so that refugees and asylum seekers with leave to remain being hosted in their home by a person living alone are disregarded for the Council Tax Single Person Discount; and notes … |
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Tuesday 9th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd January 2024 40th anniversary of the FTSE 100 5 signatures (Most recent: 23 Jan 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the 40th anniversary of the FTSE 100, the UKs top stock market index; highlights its launch in January 1984, containing the biggest 100 companies on the London Stock Exchange; further notes its use in gauging the health of the wider UK economy and that it holds … |
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Monday 8th January Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd January 2024 Compensation for Equitable Life policyholders 51 signatures (Most recent: 1 Mar 2024)Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire) That this House recognises the financial, personal and social impact on policy holders following the collapse of Equitable Life Assurance Society; calls on the Treasury to ensure that all of the 1.5 billion pounds set aside for the Equitable Life Payments Scheme, is distributed to Equitable Life policyholders who suffered … |
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Tuesday 19th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd January 2024 Anniversary of Harrods Bombing 7 signatures (Most recent: 23 Jan 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House remembers the Harrods bombing which took place on 17 December 1983, in which a car bomb placed by the IRA took the lives of three police officers, three civilians and injured more than 90 people; highlights the 37-minute warning which did not give enough time to clear … |
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Tuesday 19th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd January 2024 15 signatures (Most recent: 8 Feb 2024) Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington) That this House expresses its admiration for the courage displayed by the women leading the Long March to Islamabad from across Balochistan to raise awareness of the disappearances, abductions and killings associated with the operations of Pakistan's Counter Terrorism Department; notes that there have been violent attacks on the marching … |
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Wednesday 13th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023 25 signatures (Most recent: 18 Jan 2024) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes with deep concern the forthcoming trial of Mr Jimmy Lai, a British citizen, founder and proprietor of the Apple Daily newspaper, under the National Security Law in Hong Kong; expresses alarm at the prospect that he will not receive a fair trial, and has been denied … |
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Monday 11th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023 5 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023) Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry) That this House notes recent comments from the highly paid BBC presenter Gary Lineker where he has engaged in public spats with MPs, signed a letter regarding Government policy, having done this in the knowledge that the BBC, which is funded by the public purse via the licence fee, have … |
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Monday 11th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023 40th anniversary of murder of Edgar Graham 6 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jan 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the 40th anniversary of the murder of Ulster Unionist MLA Edgar Graham who was gunned down outside Queen's University Belfast on 7 December 1983; highlights that whilst there was a conviction for withholding evidence from the police, no convictions have taken place for his murder; and … |
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Monday 11th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023 Anniversary of the murder of Ken Smyth and Daniel McCormick 6 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jan 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the anniversary of the murder of Kenneth Smyth and his colleague Daniel McCormick on 10 December 1971 as they travelled to work together; further highlights that their families still openly grieve their loss and are calling for action to be taken against those who continue to … |
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Monday 4th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023 6 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jan 2024) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House supports AbbVie’s new report From National Guidance to Local Action: Improving Access to Dermatology Services; recognises that patients with long term inflammatory skin conditions wait too long in accessing care, services and treatment in the UK; understands the pressing workforce need in dermatology; further understands that, once … |
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Monday 4th December Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023 5 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023) Tabled by: Daniel Kawczynski (Conservative - Shrewsbury and Atcham) That this House recognises neither the illegitimate Socialist dictator of Venezuela as President nor his immoral and dangerous referendum to try to seize vast territory from Guyana; notes that this border was settled over 100 years ago; believes that in his attempt to distract the Venezuelan people from the economic … |
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Wednesday 29th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023 Verification of gestational age for at-home abortions 19 signatures (Most recent: 21 Feb 2024)Tabled by: Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann) That this House welcomes the introduction of the At Home Early Medical Abortion (Review) Bill [HL] that seeks a review into the risks to women of at-home abortion under current law; expresses its support for the Bill; calls on the Government to reinstate in-person medical appointments before abortion pills may … |
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Tuesday 28th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023 Anniversary of the Bhopal gas leak 19 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall) That this House remembers 2 and 3 December 1984, when a Union Carbide factory leaked ultra-toxic chemical methyl isocyanate across sixteen square miles of the city of Bhopal, India, exposing 573,000 people to poison gases; deplores the continuing suffering in Bhopal 39 years after the world's worst industrial disaster; recognises … |
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Monday 27th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023 25th Anniversary of the Royal Victoria Hospital Liver Support Group 7 signatures (Most recent: 19 Dec 2023)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Royal Victoria Hospital Liver Support Group in Belfast; notes the work they are doing to monitor the position of liver cancer across Northern Ireland and furthermore, across the UK; highlights that unlike screening for breast cancer, there is no standardised, central … |
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Monday 20th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023 40th anniversary of the killings at Darkley Gospel Hall 7 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes with deep sadness the 40th anniversary of the massacre at Darkley Gospel Hall which took place as families with children and babies who had gathered to worship on 20 November 1983 were shot at with over 70 bullets that killed three men and injured others; extends … |
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Monday 20th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023 40th anniversary of the killings at Darkley 7 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)Tabled by: Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann) That this House remembers the Darkley massacre of 20 November 1983, in which three Republican gunmen attacked worshippers at the Mountain Lodge Pentecostal Church, murdering three members; expresses its sorrow at the loss of life of Harold Brown, Victor Cunningham, and David Wilson in what was a blatant sectarian motivated … |
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Monday 20th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023 Alternatives to affordability checks for gambling 4 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)Tabled by: Adam Afriyie (Conservative - Windsor) That this House welcomes the proposal for an app entitled Bettor Help by the Gamblers Consumer Forum which would offer an alternative to affordability checks and a clinical-based solution towards tackling gambling harm; notes there is no body of evidence that suggests that intrusive affordability checks curb addiction; further notes … |
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Monday 20th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023 29 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023) Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian) That this House recognises the vile puppy smuggling trade and sterling efforts by Dogs Trust to end this cruel practice; shares the deep fears of many people about the suffering of dogs and puppies at the hands of smugglers; recognises the seriousness of this welfare issue and acknowledges the disappointment … |
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Wednesday 15th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023 Ban on the import of foie gras 16 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead) That this House condemns the production of foie gras by force-feeding ducks and geese which causes severe physical and psychological pain for the animals involved; welcomes the continued ban on production of foie gras in the UK; and calls on the Government to introduce the promised ban on the import … |
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Wednesday 15th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023 11 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023) Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead) That this House notes that according to the UN there will be more plastic in the sea than fish by 2050; calls for the Government to publish a strategy for promoting a circular economy in respect of plastics, including setting targets and measures for the elimination and recycling of single-use … |
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Wednesday 15th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023 32 signatures (Most recent: 1 Mar 2024) Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead) That this House recognises that audio books, now popular and widely available across all genres, from business to academic, from historical to self help, are a lifeline for many people with sight loss, visual impairment, dyslexia or other reading disabilities; agrees that audio books offer unique opportunities for visually-impaired and … |
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Wednesday 15th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023 7 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023) Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead) That this House deplores the huge amount of litter on motorways, access road, junctions and verges; notes that there is a crystal clear legal obligation on National Highways to ensure roads are kept clear of litter; and calls on National Highways to act on this obligation, use motorway gantries to … |
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Tuesday 14th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023 Elective care waiting list and insourcing 4 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House expresses concern that latest NHS figures show that there are a record 7.75 million people in England waiting for elective care, with more waiting in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland; fears that waiting lists have the potential to continue to rise; notes the negative consequences of long … |
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Monday 13th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023 12 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House is deeply concerned by the ongoing attacks, discrimination and persecution faced by Hindus and Sikhs in Pakistan; recognises that these communities are integral members of the Pakistani society and have made significant contributions to its culture, history, and economy; notes with concern the rising incidents of forced … |
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Thursday 9th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023 85th anniversary of Kristallnacht and antisemitism 21 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran) That this House commemorates the victims of Kristallnacht (Night of Broken Glass), a destructive campaign of violence against Jewish people, on its 85th anniversary; understands that, throughout the night of 9-10 November 1938, the Nazi Party targeted synagogues and Jewish prayer rooms across Germany, with over 1,400 burned or badly … |
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Wednesday 8th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023 Scientific hearing on animal experiments 77 signatures (Most recent: 20 May 2024)Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk) That this House applauds the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Act 2022, enshrining in law the ability of animals to experience joy and feel suffering and pain; notes the science-based campaign For Life On Earth, with its Beagle Ambassador, rescued laboratory dog Betsy; is shocked to see the continuing harrowing exposés that … |
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Wednesday 8th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023 2 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes Great British Game Week from 6 to 12 November; highlights the new initiative Back British Game; further notes that Game Week is a week-long celebration of promoting and enjoying wild game, promoted by the Countryside Alliance’s Game to Eat and the British Association for Shooting and … |
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Tuesday 7th November Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023 22 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023) Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow) That this House recognises that 16 November to 16 December 2023 is Disability History Month, which is now in its fourteenth year of being celebrated in the UK; notes that Disability History Month is a month to celebrate disabled people and champion their abilities and rights; further notes that this … |
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Monday 22nd May Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th June 2023 Impact on patients of NHS practices in absorbent continence product purchasing 8 signatures (Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes that the current approach by the NHS to the purchasing of absorbent continence products adversely impacts upon patients' safety, quality of life and health outcomes, including avoidable hospital admissions, urinary tract infections, skin conditions, pressure ulcers and overall health and wellbeing; considers that the current focus … |
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Monday 22nd May Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023 13 signatures (Most recent: 5 Jun 2023) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House condemns the blasphemy laws in Nigeria that have caused individuals with minority beliefs to receive long prison sentences or extreme mob violence; urges President Buhari to pardon those facing the death penalty for alleged blasphemous expressions before he leaves office, including Yahaya Sharif-Aminu, whose case is currently … |
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Monday 22nd May Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023 Proposed withdrawal of day travelcards 17 signatures (Most recent: 26 Jun 2023)Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington) That this House notes that the Mayor of London is considering withdrawing Day Travelcards from sale; further notes that the change is proposed to assist in generating additional income; is mindful that that the likely impact of the withdrawal is to make travel more expensive for passengers who currently purchase … |
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Wednesday 17th May Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023 Extrajudicial executions in Iran (No. 2) 19 signatures (Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington) This House is deeply concerned by the extrajudicial executions of Shademan Ahmadi, Atefeh Naami, Emad Heidari Nokish, Esmail Dezvar,Saman Ghaderpor, Matin Nasri, Samira Ebrahimi, Sarina Shiri, Mohamad Abdullahi, Esmail Dazvar, Mohamad Abdullahi, Ali Bani Asad by the Iranian state; sends condolences to the family and friends of the victims; condemns … |
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Tuesday 16th May Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023 14 signatures (Most recent: 18 Jul 2023) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates Christian Aid Week 2023, marked from 14 to 20 May 2023; notes that for over 75 years, they have stood together in solidarity with some of the world's most marginalised global neighbours of all different faiths; further notes the tremendous work undertaken in helping those in … |
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Tuesday 9th May Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023 World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day 2023 24 signatures (Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall) That this House welcomes World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day on 19 May; understands that there are over 500,000 people in the UK living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, the two main forms of which are Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis; appreciates the work of Crohn’s & Colitis UK’s Early Diagnosis campaign, … |
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Wednesday 3rd May Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023 Extrajudicial executions in Iran 20 signatures (Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington) That this House wishes to express its deep concern at the extrajudicial executions of Mohamad Reza Mashhadi Farahani, Hossein Jazy, Hamid Saied Mozafari, Sayed Farhad Hoseini, Ali Basaki, Ezatolah Shahbazi, Nika Shakarami, Shirzad Ahmadinezad, Ebrahim Rigi, Masoumeh and Aida Rostami by the Iranian State; sends condolences to the family and … |
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Tuesday 2nd May Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023 Firefighters Memorial Day 2023 30 signatures (Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)Tabled by: Zarah Sultana (Independent - Coventry South) That this House joins with firefighters across the UK to mark Firefighters Memorial Day, remembering the bravery and sacrifice of over 2,300 firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty, including firefighter Barry Martin who was critically injured whilst tackling a fire in Edinburgh in January 2023 … |
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Wednesday 26th April Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th June 2023 8 signatures (Most recent: 18 Jul 2023) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates Anzac Day 2023, a day of national remembrance in Australia and New Zealand, that commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations; notes the acronym ANZAC, which stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps; highlights that … |
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Wednesday 26th April Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th June 2023 Birthday of Panchen Lama, Gedhyn Choekyi Nyima 4 signatures (Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates the 34th birthday of the Panchen Lama, Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, which was 25 April; urges the Government to engage with Chinese counterparts as to the whereabouts and safety of the Panchen Lama and his family following his abduction by the Chinese Government in 1995; notes that … |
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Tuesday 12th July Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023 Public scientific hearing on animal experiments 93 signatures (Most recent: 13 Sep 2023)Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow) That this House applauds the new Animal Sentience Bill, enshrining in law the ability of animals to experience joy and feel suffering and pain; notes the science-based campaign For Life On Earth with its Beagle Ambassador, rescued laboratory dog Betsy; is shocked to see the harrowing exposé showing thousands of … |
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Thursday 18th May Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 18th May 2023 90th anniversary of the Council for At-Risk Academics 21 signatures (Most recent: 22 May 2023)Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East) That this House celebrates the 90th anniversary of the Council for At-Risk Academics (Cara), a charity founded – as the Academic Assistance Council – at the The Royal Society on 22 May 1933 by leading academics and scientists in the UK to rescue their counterparts in Nazi Germany who were … |
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Thursday 20th April Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 24th April 2023 10th anniversary of Rana Plaza collapse 21 signatures (Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)Tabled by: Stephen Timms (Labour - East Ham) That this House marks the 10th anniversary of the Rana Plaza disaster on 24 April 2013, which claimed the lives of 1,134 people, injured around 2,500, and impacted countless livelihoods; recognises and commends Bangladesh for its subsequent efforts to transform the safety and sustainability of its garment sector, with an … |
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Wednesday 19th April Bob Blackman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 24th April 2023 9 signatures (Most recent: 25 Apr 2023) Tabled by: Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead) That this House offers its heartfelt congratulations to Leyton Orient FC on their promotion to League One; believes that the club's owners, management, players, supporters and staff have secured a remarkable achievement in delivering such a promotion only six years after the club almost ceased to exist; recalls that the … |
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Tuesday 28th March Bob Blackman signed this EDM on Monday 24th April 2023 Ovarian cancer awareness month 2023 22 signatures (Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes Ovarian cancer awareness month that takes place in March 2023; further notes that over 7,000 women are diagnosed each year in the UK and over 4,000 women lose their lives each year, which is 11 women everyday; highlights that if diagnosed at the earliest stage, nine … |
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Future of Social Housing
65 speeches (13,588 words) Wednesday 19th April 2023 - Westminster Hall Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Mentions: 1: Ben Everitt (CON - Milton Keynes North) Friend the Member for Harrow East (Bob Blackman) and the hon. - Link to Speech |
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Points of Order
7 speeches (620 words) Tuesday 18th April 2023 - Commons Chamber Mentions: 1: Rosie Winterton (LAB - Doncaster Central) supported by Mr Ian Liddell-Grainger, Chris Elmore, Steve Brine, Julie Elliott, Harriett Baldwin, Bob Blackman - Link to Speech |
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Tobacco and Vapes Bill - CBP-9992
Mar. 21 2024 Found: health organisations , all expressing support for the increase d age of sale for tobacco.13 Bob Blackman |
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Human rights in Sri Lanka - CDP-2024-0066
Mar. 19 2024 Found: Debate Pack , 19 March 2024 5 PQs Sri Lanka: Civil Liberties 05 Feb 2024 | 12009 Asked by: Bob Blackman |
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Apr. 18 2023
Notices of Amendments as at 18 April 2023 Procurement Act 2023 Amendment Paper Found: Chris Bryant Tim LoughtonDamian Green Mr Marcus Fysh Priti Patel Bob Seely Sir Bernard Jenkin Bob Blackman |
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Apr. 14 2023
Notices of Amendments as at 14 April 2023 Procurement Act 2023 Amendment Paper Found: Chris Bryant Tim LoughtonDamian Green Mr Marcus Fysh Priti Patel Bob Seely Sir Bernard Jenkin Bob Blackman |
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Tuesday 18th April 2023 4 p.m. Backbench Business Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Proposals for backbench debates At 4:15pm: Oral evidence Members of Parliament - Members of Parliament at House of Commons View calendar |
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Tuesday 25th April 2023 4 p.m. Backbench Business Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Proposals for backbench debates At 4:15pm: Oral evidence Members of Parliament - Members of Parliament at House of Commons View calendar |
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Friday 21st June 2024 Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West) Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber Subject: Full Employment Bill: Second Reading Full Employment Bill 2023-24 View calendar |