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Friday 26th January 2024
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)

Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber
Subject: Social Security Benefits (Healthy Eating) Bill: Second Reading
Social Security Benefits (Healthy Eating) Bill 2023-24
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Friday 19th January 2024
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)

Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber
Subject: Universal Credit Sanctions (Zero Hours Contracts) Bill: Second Reading
Universal Credit Sanctions (Zero Hours Contracts) Bill 2023-24
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Friday 2nd February 2024
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)

Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber
Subject: Devolution (Employment) (Scotland) Bill: Second Reading
Devolution (Employment) (Scotland) Bill 2023-24
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Friday 1st March 2024
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)

Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber
Subject: Deductions from Universal Credit (Report) Bill: Second Reading
Deductions from Universal Credit (Report) Bill 2023-24
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Friday 1st March 2024
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)

Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber
Subject: Evictions (Universal Credit) Bill: Second Reading
Evictions (Universal Credit) Bill 2023-24
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Friday 22nd March 2024
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)

Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber
Subject: Asylum Seekers (Accommodation Eviction Procedures) Bill: Second Reading
Asylum Seekers (Accommodation Eviction Procedures) Bill 2023-24
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Friday 22nd March 2024
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)

Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber
Subject: Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (Powers) Bill: Second Reading
Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (Powers) Bill 2023-24
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Friday 23rd February 2024
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)

Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber
Subject: Under-Occupancy Penalty (Report) Bill: Second Reading
Under-Occupancy Penalty (Report) Bill 2023-24
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Friday 23rd February 2024
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)

Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber
Subject: Food Poverty Strategy Bill: Second Reading
Food Poverty Strategy Bill 2023-24
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Friday 15th March 2024
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)

Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber
Subject: Asylum Seekers (Permission to Work) Bill: Second Reading
Asylum Seekers (Permission to Work) Bill 2023-24
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Wednesday 24th January 2024 1 p.m.
Public Accounts Committee - Oral evidence
Subject: Reforming adult social care in England
At 1:30pm: Oral evidence
Sir Chris Wormald - Permanent Secretary at Department for Health and Social Care
Michelle Dyson - Director General for Adult Social Care at Department for Health and Social Care
Catherine Frances - Director General for Local Government, Resilience and Communities at Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
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Friday 19th April 2024
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)

Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber
Subject: Health and Safety at Work Bill: Second Reading
Health and Safety at Work Bill 2023-24
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Tuesday 30th January 2024 10 a.m.
Science and Technology Committee (Lords) - Private Meeting
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Wednesday 24th January 2024 4 p.m.
Conduct Committee - Private Meeting
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Wednesday 31st January 2024 3 p.m.
Public Services Committee - Oral evidence
Subject: The transition from education to employment for young disabled people
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Monday 22nd January 2024 3:30 p.m.
Public Accounts Committee - Private Meeting
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Friday 15th March 2024
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)

Private Members' Bills - Main Chamber
Subject: Corporate Homicide Bill: Second Reading
Corporate Homicide Bill 2023-24
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Bills
Asylum Seekers (Accommodation Eviction Procedures) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to make provision for asylum seekers to challenge the proportionality of a proposed eviction from accommodation before an independent court or tribunal; to establish asylum seeker accommodation eviction procedures for public authorities; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Asylum Seekers (Permission to Work) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to make provision for granting permission to work to asylum seekers who have waited six months for a decision on their asylum application; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Benefit Sanctions (Warnings) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to make provision for warnings to be given to benefit claimants before they are given sanctions; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Corporate Homicide Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to amend the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007 to make provision about the offence of corporate homicide; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Disability Benefit Assessments (Recording) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to place a duty on the Secretary of State to ensure that applicants for Disability Benefit are given the option of their eligibility assessment being audio recorded; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Full Employment Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to place a duty on the Chancellor of the Exchequer to pursue a policy of full employment; to make associated provision for an employment guarantee scheme for benefit claimants who have been unemployed and looking for work for longer than six months; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Deductions from Universal Credit (Report) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to report to Parliament on the impact of deductions from Universal Credit on levels of destitution among claimants.

Commons - 20%

Evictions (Universal Credit) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to place a duty on the Secretary of State to prevent the evictions of Universal Credit claimants in rent arrears; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Devolution (Employment) (Scotland) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to amend the Scotland Act 1998 to grant legislative competence for employment matters to the Scottish Parliament.

Commons - 20%

Food Poverty Strategy Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to publish a strategy for ending the need for food banks by 2030; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Social Security Benefits (Healthy Eating) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to publish annual calculations of benefit and tax credit rates that would be required for a representative household to afford to buy meals in accordance with the Eatwell Guide to eating healthily; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (Powers) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to grant powers to the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman to identify and investigate systemic problems in the benefits system and make associated recommendations to the Secretary of State; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Housing Standards (Refugees and Asylum Seekers) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to make provision for national minimum standards in accommodation offered to refugees and asylum seekers; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Health and Safety at Work Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to amend the Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013 to make provision about civil liability for breaches of health and safety duties; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Workers (Rights and Definition) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to make provision about workers’ rights; to amend the definition of worker; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%

Under-Occupancy Penalty (Report) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to report to Parliament on the merits of repealing those provisions of the Welfare Reform Act 2012 which provide for persons to be paid reduced rates of housing benefit or universal credit because their accommodation is deemed to be under-occupied.

Commons - 20%

Universal Credit Sanctions (Zero Hours Contracts) Bill 2023-24
Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill

A Bill to amend the Welfare Reform Act 2012 to provide that a Universal Credit claimant may not be sanctioned for refusing work on a zero hours contract; and for connected purposes.

Commons - 20%



Early Day Motions Signed
Wednesday 15th May
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Saltire Patisserie, Midlothian and Scottish Baker of the Year Awards

9 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Saltire Patisserie Ltd bakery in Loanhead, Midlothian, for their recent successes at the prestigious Scottish Baker of the Year Awards; recognises their Best in Scotland Gold Award for their steak pie, Best in Region Gold Award for their steak pie and Best in Region Gold Award …
Wednesday 15th May
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Support for Bristow staff

7 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House commends the work of Bristow staff who operate helicopters for search and rescue services in the Outer Hebrides across Scotland and the UK and who also operate offshore oil and gas flights; supports the 360 staff including pilots, co-pilots, winchmen operators and winchmen paramedics in their decision …
Wednesday 15th May
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Penicuik Athletic youth football club and Colin Campbell Sports Cup

10 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates the Penicuik Athletic YFC under-17s team for their recent success at the Colin Campbell Sports Cup; acknowledges their award for first place; recognises that this is a wonderful achievement and a testament to the dedication and hard work that the team put into their training and …
Tuesday 14th May
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The Kew Gardener

4 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House recognises the Kew Gardener’s vital role in Kew’s local economy; thanks its owner for his years of service to the community; expresses great concern at the 62.5% increase in the rent charged on the property; notes that dramatic increases in rent have been a contributing factor behind …
Tuesday 14th May
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Take Another Look campaign

16 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House acknowledges the inherent vulnerability of motorcyclists on UK roads and the tragedy that road traffic collisions bring to motorcycle riders’ loved ones; extends condolences to Tracey Marsh, Maureen Rutherford and Jacqueline Dickson, who all tragically lost their husbands in road traffic collisions; supports the launch of their …
Tuesday 14th May
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80th anniversary of the Catalina crash on Vatersay

7 signatures (Most recent: 22 May 2024)
Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House notes the 80th anniversary of the crash of the the Catalina aircraft on 12 May 1944; further notes that the aircraft was on a training exercise from Oban to Barra Head but sadly crashed near Heiseaval Beag on the Island of Vatersay; marks the anniversary of the …
Tuesday 14th May
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World Hypertension Day 2024

10 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that World Hypertension Day 2024 takes place on 17 May 2024, with May Measurement Month, which was established in 2017 by the International Society of Hypertension, running from 1 May to 31 July 2024; further notes that both initiatives aim to highlight the importance of better …
Tuesday 14th May
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Ross Cowie, Point of Light Award

12 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House recognises the achievements and hard work of Ross Cowie who is a recipient of the Point of Light Reward for his work with the Lucky2BHere charity that he founded on the Isle of Skye in 2009; congratulates him and all of the others involved in Lucky2BHere for …
Monday 13th May
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Llanymddyfri Rugby Club – Clwb Rygbi Llanymddyfri

5 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House congratulates Clwb Rygbi Llanymddyfri, Llandovery RFC, on becoming the undisputed best rugby team in Wales after clinching the Indigo Welsh Premiership play-off final following a tightly-contested 14-7 victory against Newport; pays tribute to the players, coaches and Committee of the Club for completing a Triple Crown of …
Monday 13th May
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Day for Mourning and Solidarity with Gaza

3 signatures (Most recent: 16 May 2024)
Tabled by: George Galloway (Workers Party of Britain - Rochdale)
That this House notes the global Day for Mourning and Solidarity with Gaza held on 14 May 2024 organised by Experts House; expresses its solidarity with those standing up against the ongoing genocide in Gaza; and condemns the suffering endured by the people of Gaza, and the unprecedented growing death …
Monday 13th May
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St Leonard’s Catholic School, City of Durham (No. 2)

6 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House notes with great concern that the Department for Education has still not offered mitigating circumstances for the pupils of St Leonard’s Catholic School in City of Durham constituency despite the disruption to their education caused by reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete; notes that a parliamentary petition, signed by …
Monday 13th May
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Diagnosing Coeliac disease

26 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Sharon Hodgson (Labour - Washington and Gateshead South)
That this House recognises that coeliac disease is a serious autoimmune disease affecting 1 in 100 people; expresses concern that almost two-thirds of people with the condition, equating to almost half a million people in the UK remain undiagnosed, running the risk of long term complications; notes that the average …
Monday 13th May
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Scrutiny of the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs and arms exports to Israel

29 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Mick Whitley (Labour - Birkenhead)
That this House expresses its deep concerns regarding the Israeli offensive on Rafah, which it believes will seriously worsen what is already one of the world’s worst man-made humanitarian crises; reiterates its calls for an immediate and lasting ceasefire; further expresses its frustration at the Government’s continued refusal to suspend …
Monday 13th May
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Arms sales to Israel

5 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: George Galloway (Workers Party of Britain - Rochdale)
That this House notes clearly established international law which prohibits intentionally or recklessly attacking civilians and civilian infrastructure; further notes that British arms sold to Israel are potentially being used to commit such serious violations of international law; condemns the killing of tens of thousands of people by Israel, and …
Thursday 9th May
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Selina Rashid, Say It with Flowers Award

7 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the achievements and hard work of Selina Rashid who was the recent recipient of Wishaw Press’s Say It with Flowers Award that celebrates those who go above and beyond to help others; congratulates her, along with Abdul and Khalida Rashid, as well as Agnes Ferguson, for …
Monday 13th May
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Funding to restore the historic Mavisbank building

9 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
This this House welcomes the £5.3 million from the National Heritage Memorial Fund to restore the historic building of Mavisbank in Loanhead, Midlothian; congratulates the campaigners who have strived for more than 50 years to save this 18th century building, the Landmark Trust has worked with Midlothian Council, Historic Environment …
Wednesday 8th May
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15th anniversary of the end of the Sri Lankan Civil War and support for the Tamil community

7 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: George Galloway (Workers Party of Britain - Rochdale)
That this House acknowledges the 15th anniversary of the Sri Lankan Civil War's conclusion on 18 May 2009, marking the end of a conflict that caused significant casualties and displacement, particularly affecting the Tamil community; remembers all lives lost, emphasising the civilian casualties and the enduring suffering and impact on …
Wednesday 8th May
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McClure solicitors

9 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House notes with concern the impact from the collapse of W.W & J McClure Solicitors Law Firm in 2021; understands that the firm had around 100,000 clients across Britain, many of whom held wills or family trusts managed by the law firm; further notes with concern that many …
Wednesday 8th May
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Maasai evictions in Tanzania

14 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House stands in solidarity with the Maasai people of Tanzania who are being forcibly evicted by their Government on the false pretext that they are damaging the eco systems through population growth; notes that some 150,000 Maasai people live in the Ngorongoro and Loliondo Conservation; further notes that …
Tuesday 7th May
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Frome Town FC promotion to Southern League Premier South

4 signatures (Most recent: 16 May 2024)
Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House congratulates Frome Town FC on their victory in the Division One South play-off final and promotion to the Southern League Premier South; looks forward to watching Frome Town FC compete next season; recognises that grassroots sports clubs are often at the heart of local communities; however is …
Tuesday 7th May
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Dementia Action Week

25 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes Dementia Action Week 2024, taking place from 13 to 19 May 2024; highlights that Dementia Action Week is an awareness raising campaign and each year the Alzheimer's Society works with individuals and organisations across the UK to encourage people to act on Dementia; underlines the support …
Tuesday 7th May
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Tom Stoltman, Winner of World's Strongest Man Competition

7 signatures (Most recent: 20 May 2024)
Tabled by: Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House offers its utmost congratulations to Tom Stoltman on his incredible achievement of winning World’s Strongest Man 2024; notes this is the third time he has claimed the title in only four years; further notes the sacrifices and challenges he has faced on his journey; and recognises the …
Tuesday 7th May
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Government surveillance of bank accounts

42 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this House is deeply alarmed by new powers contained within the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill that would allow the Government to engage in the mass surveillance of tens of millions of people's bank accounts; notes that these new powers would force banks to spy on the 23 …
Tuesday 7th May
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30th anniversary of the International Working Group on Women and Sport

5 signatures (Most recent: 16 May 2024)
Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House congratulates the International Working Group (IWG) on Women and Sport on the 30th anniversary of their inception in 1994; recognises the success of the IWG in gaining the support of over 600 international sporting federations from around the globe who have signed their Brighton plus Helsinki Declaration; …
Thursday 2nd May
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2024 Basque regional election results

8 signatures (Most recent: 16 May 2024)
Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
This House notes the results of the 2024 Basque regional election held on 21 April; congratulates EH Bildu for receiving the best election results in its history having won over 340,000 votes and 27 seats, an increase of six since the last election; commends EH Bildu for the positive and …
Thursday 2nd May
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World Press Freedom Day

22 signatures (Most recent: 16 May 2024)
Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
This House applauds World Press Freedom Day in declaring its respect and admiration for all journalists and media representatives around the world who face the horrors of possible harassment, incarceration, injury, and death; deplores the targeting of journalists who are simply carrying out their invaluable work; mourns those journalists who …
Monday 29th April
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Bahrain's sponsorship of the Royal Windsor Horse Show

13 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House expresses concern at Bahrain’s ongoing sponsorship of the Royal Windsor Horse Show 2024, to which the King of Bahrain and other Bahraini royals are likely to attend, despite Bahrain’s appalling human rights record; notes that even after King Hamad’s royal pardon including over 600 political prisoners on …
Monday 29th April
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Samantha Gough Local Women Sport Awards 2024

9 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Samantha Gough for her recent success at the Local Women Sport Awards 2024; acknowledges her award for Special Recognition; recognises how this is a wonderful achievement and a testament to the dedication and hard work that she puts into her sporting career; applauds her recent feature …
Monday 29th April
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205th Glasgow Eaglesham Boys’ Brigade Company

9 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates the 205th Glasgow Eaglesham Boys Brigade Company on being crowned national UK champions in the Boys’ Brigade five a side football competition; notes that the 205th won an impressive five out of five matches and conceded only two goals during the competition; recognises the skill and …
Monday 29th April
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Kirkliston Post Office

4 signatures (Most recent: 16 May 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House regrets the planned closure of the Kirkliston Post Office, a crucial resource for the local community; recognises that this comes just weeks after the announcement of the closure of a vital Royal Bank of Scotland branch in Newbridge; notes with concern that these combined closures leave these …
Monday 29th April
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Royal Bank of Scotland, Newbridge

4 signatures (Most recent: 16 May 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes with concern the Royal Bank of Scotland has announced the closure of their Newbridge branch; further notes with concern that the impact on the residents of Newbridge this will have with their nearest branch now being nearly five miles away in Corstorphine; recognises the importance of …
Monday 29th April
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Dundee United Football Club Scottish Championship winners

10 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Dundee United Football Club on their 2023-24 Championship winning season, which means they will be returned to the Scottish Premiership at first time of asking; notes that their victory was secured in the penultimate game of the season against Airdrie at the Excelsior Stadium; further notes …
Tuesday 7th May
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Declaration to mark the visit of Father Gabriel Romanelli to Scotland

16 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the joint declaration by the Archbishop of Glasgow, Most Rev William Nolan, and the Moderator of the Church of Scotland, Rt Rev Sally Foster-Fulton, issued on 26th April 2024 to mark the visit to Glasgow of Father Gabriel Romanelli, Parish Priest of the Holy Family Church …
Wednesday 1st May
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Tall ship Tenacious

7 signatures (Most recent: 14 May 2024)
Tabled by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House celebrates the legacy of the Jubilee Sailing Trust (JST) in providing life-changing opportunities for over 55,000 people who have sailed with JST tall ships, which were purpose-built with initial funding from the Silver Jubilee of Elizabeth II fund, and the aim of integrating able-bodied and disabled people …
Wednesday 1st May
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Commemorating the 40th anniversary of Operation Blue Star and Its aftermath

3 signatures (Most recent: 8 May 2024)
Tabled by: George Galloway (Workers Party of Britain - Rochdale)
That this House solemnly commemorates the 40th anniversary of Operation Blue Star, the military action that took place in June 1984 at the Golden Temple in Amritsar, India, resulting in significant loss of life and severe damage to the holiest site in Sikhism; expresses its deep regret over the devastating …
Wednesday 1st May
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Gabriel Fares and the Welsh Three Peaks challenge

10 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House commends six year old Gabriel Fares of Llwyngwril for undertaking the Welsh Three Peaks challenge to raise awareness of his family’s plight in Gaza; notes with concern that members of Gabriel’s extended family remain displaced in Rafah with their homes in Khan Yunis completely destroyed; further notes …
Wednesday 1st May
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Leicester City and the Sky Bet Championship

3 signatures (Most recent: 9 May 2024)
Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the success of Leicester City securing a 3-0 victory at Preston North End on Monday 29 April 2024 to attain a record-breaking eighth Sky Bet Championship title; notes the joy and pride that dedicated fans, including the hon. Member for Strangford, feel as Leicester City have …
Tuesday 30th April
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Councillor Robert Aldridge

4 signatures (Most recent: 2 May 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates Councillor Robert Aldridge, the Right Honourable Lord Provost and Lord Lieutenant of the City of Edinburgh, on the 40th anniversary of his election to City of Edinburgh Council; notes that 3 May 2024 marks forty years of his continuous service as a representative of his community, …
Tuesday 30th April
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Price cap on baby milk formula

29 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Barry Gardiner (Labour - Brent West)
This House recognises the impact that food price inflation has had on family budgets in recent years, with annual inflation of 19.1% to March 2023, which was the highest rate of food inflation in 45 years; notes with dismay that some retailers have taken to placing baby milk formula under …
Tuesday 30th April
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Wheelchair rugby

9 signatures (Most recent: 8 May 2024)
Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House congratulates Josh Payne-Gover’s success in wheelchair rugby; wishes him the best of luck in achieving a place in the Team GB squad for the Los Angeles Paralympics in 2028; notes the high financial cost of equipment necessary to participate in wheelchair rugby; praises Josh’s successful campaign to …
Tuesday 30th April
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Contribution of university research

9 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House commends the outstanding contribution of university researchers throughout the United Kingdom; agrees with the view of Professor Mark Field of the University of Oxford that impact is the good the researchers have in the world; notes the work of researchers at the University of Aberystwyth into restoring …
Tuesday 30th April
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Arthurlie FC and the Scottish Junior Cup 2024

7 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Arthurlie FC, based at Dunterlie Park, Barrhead, on advancing to the final of the Scottish Junior Cup after defeating Johnstone Burgh 4-3 on aggregate; understands the first and second legs of the semi-final took place on 14 and 20 April respectively; applauds the commitment of manager …
Monday 29th April
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900th anniversary of founding of City of Edinburgh

5 signatures (Most recent: 2 May 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House celebrates the 900th anniversary of the founding of the City of Edinburgh and St Giles’ Cathedral; notes the founding of the Cathedral in 1124 by King David I; recognises the cultural, historical and political significance of the role of the City in the last 900 years; further …
Monday 29th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2024

Armenian Genocide

20 signatures (Most recent: 16 May 2024)
Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes that on 24 April 2024 the Armenian community commemorated the Medz Yaghern (Great Crime) of the Armenian Genocide that saw the massacre and starvation of 1.5 million Armenians by the Ottomans; further notes the significance of recognising the Armenian genocide and engaging in commemorative actions in …
Friday 26th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2024

Border Force staff at Heathrow Airport

24 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House expresses support and solidarity to members of the PCS union taking industrial action against their employer, Border Force, at Heathrow Airport; notes that on 29 April around 250 staff are being forced out of their current jobs on passport control as the Home Office have indicated they …
Wednesday 24th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2024

Two-child benefits limit

31 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House recognises the new research from the End Child Poverty Coalition which highlights the extent to which the two-child limit impacts single parents and families with disabled children; notes that 20% of all households impacted by the two-child limit are families with at least one disabled child, which …
Wednesday 24th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2024

UK’s national minorities

21 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House marks the 10th anniversary of the UK Government recognising the Cornish as a national minority through the Council of Europe’s Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities; notes that this landmark decision set out numerous obligations including support for language and culture, education and the media, …
Wednesday 24th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2024

Diversion schemes for drug-related offending

17 signatures (Most recent: 22 May 2024)
Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House endorses the recognition from Dame Carol Black and the Home Affairs Committee that improved use of diversion schemes, where police deal with low-level offending without the involvement of courts, can be an important tool in reducing drug-related crime; pays tribute to the pioneering work of Police-led Drug …
Tuesday 23rd April
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Alcohol-related deaths

17 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool Walton)
That this House is alarmed at the rocketing rise of alcohol harm; notes that the Office for National Statistics' figures released on 22 April revealed a new record of over 10,000 alcohol-specific deaths in the UK in 2022, representing an increase of a third since 2019; further notes the warning …
Tuesday 23rd April
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Safety of electric powered vehicles and lithium-ion batteries

9 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2024)
Tabled by: Yvonne Fovargue (Labour - Makerfield)
That this House notes with concern the rise of fires caused by lithium-ion batteries used to power e-bikes and e-scooters, which have quadrupled since 2020, resulting in 13 deaths, 200 serious injuries requiring hospital treatment and have resulted in homelessness and staggering financial loses; commends the important work of the …
Tuesday 23rd April
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National Stalking Awareness Week

12 signatures (Most recent: 15 May 2024)
Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House acknowledges National Stalking Awareness Week, beginning on 22 April; notes that stalking and harassment accounted for a third of all police recorded violence in the year ending September 2023 and that around 1.6 million people over 16 were estimated to be victims of stalking in England and …
Tuesday 23rd April
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Drug and alcohol treatment services for women

20 signatures (Most recent: 17 May 2024)
Tabled by: Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House acknowledges that women’s substance use often results from trauma and abuse; notes that women’s access to trauma-informed, safe spaces has been limited, as cuts and contract competition have driven service provision to concentrate on its majority male user-base; welcomes the Centre for Justice Innovation’s guide to commissioning …
Tuesday 23rd April
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Glenrothes Strollers Women celebrate historic League Cup final win

6 signatures (Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates Glenrothes Strollers Women's Team on their recent historic Scottish Women’s Football League Cup win against McDermid Ladies at Alloa Athletics Indodrill Stadium; highlights that just 15 months after establishing the first senior ladies Glenrothes Strollers football team, manager Pauline Harley has led the team to their …
Tuesday 23rd April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th April 2024

ORE Catapult and Levenmouth Academy STEM Partnership

5 signatures (Most recent: 26 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House commends the work of ORE Catapult and Levenmouth Academy in their long-term STEM partnership; notes that as owners of the Levenmouth Demonstration Turbine that operates close to the Levenmouth community, ORE Catapult directly supports Levenmouth Academy with its STEM provision for young learners at the school by …
Tuesday 23rd April
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St. Margaret’s Parish Church 70th celebrations

5 signatures (Most recent: 26 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates St. Margaret’s Parish Church in Woodside, Glenrothes, on the occasion of their 70th anniversary; notes that St Margaret’s has been a focal point for Christian worship since the earliest days of Glenrothes New Town, holding its first services in 1953 and moving into its new purpose …
Tuesday 23rd April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th April 2024

Childcare for working parents

19 signatures (Most recent: 15 May 2024)
Tabled by: Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House notes the importance of affordable childcare to enable parents, especially mothers, to work; further notes the important contribution of migrants to the economy; welcomes the intention behind the expansion of childcare support for working parents which is currently being rolled out; also notes however that this support …
Tuesday 23rd April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th April 2024

Cardenden Primary School Glee Choir heat winners

5 signatures (Most recent: 26 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates Cardenden Primary School Glee Choir on their fantastic win in their recent heat at the Scottish Primary School Glee Challenge 2024; highlights that the pupils from Cardenden Primary School rocked their way to the top spot to go forward to the Fife Regional Final; notes the …
Tuesday 23rd April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th April 2024

Lesbian Visibility Week

25 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House congratulates Lesbian Visibility Week on their fifth anniversary; notes that the theme for this week is unified not uniform to celebrate the diversity of LGBTQ+ women everywhere; welcomes the representation and acknowledgement of incredible LGBTQ women that Lesbian Visibilty week brings; acknowledges that there are still unique …
Wednesday 24th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th April 2024

Remembering Fergie MacDonald

20 signatures (Most recent: 30 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House notes with sadness the passing of the great Fergie MacDonald, the legendary Scottish Ceilidh King and bandleader, who died aged 86 on 23 April 2024; pays tribute to his life and the joy and delight he brought to so many throughout the Highlands, Scotland, the pan-Celtic nations …
Monday 22nd April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd April 2024

Paradise Golf and Beach Resort, Morocco

8 signatures (Most recent: 10 May 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises that some 800 investors, the vast majority of whom are British citizens, made investments in the Moroccan Paradise Golf and Beach Resort which was first advertised in 2006; understands the development was widely promoted as part of Morocco’s Vision 2020 tourism plan and was marketed as …
Monday 22nd April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd April 2024

Stockport County Football Club

4 signatures (Most recent: 23 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Navendu Mishra (Labour - Stockport)
That this House congratulates Stockport County Football Club on winning League Two and securing their first English Football League title since 1967; commends their return to League One after a 14-year absence; pays tribute to manager Dave Challinor and the playing squad for their role in the club’s success; acknowledges …
Monday 22nd April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd April 2024

Ugandan Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023

15 signatures (Most recent: 15 May 2024)
Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes with concern that the Constitutional Court of Uganda recently upheld the provisions of the Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023 which, it believes, is in defiance of international law; is aware that the legislation, adopted in May 2023, has been described as being among the world's harshest anti-gay laws …
Monday 22nd April
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Gleniffer Thistle fundraising for Epilepsy Scotland

7 signatures (Most recent: 26 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Gleniffer Thistle 2012 football team for their commitment and hard work in raising £725 for Epilepsy Scotland recently through a fundraising walk from Hampden Park to St. Mirren Park via two of Glasgow’s other football stadiums; notes that £1,475 was raised in total by the team, …
Monday 22nd April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd April 2024

Multiple sclerosis (MS) Awareness Week

23 signatures (Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Tabled by: Charlotte Nichols (Labour - Warrington North)
That this House supports MS Awareness Week, which takes place between 22 and 28 April 2024; recognises that the MS Society, MS Trust, MS Together, MS-UK, the Neuro Therapy Network, Shift.ms and Overcoming MS are working together to speak up about the realities of life with MS, a neurological condition …
Monday 22nd April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd April 2024

Scotland men’s cerebral palsy football team, world champions

14 signatures (Most recent: 15 May 2024)
Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scotland national men’s cerebral palsy football team on winning the International Federation of CP Football World Championship held in Salou, Spain, after beating Northern Ireland 4-0 in the final; notes that Scotland made the final after finishing top of their group at the championships; further …
Friday 19th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd April 2024

Swagath Indian Restaurant and the Scottish Curry Awards 2024

7 signatures (Most recent: 26 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Swagath, an Indian restaurant located on Glasgow Road, East Renfrewshire, on being crowned Best of Greater Glasgow at the prestigious 16th annual Scottish Curry Awards; notes that Swagath was previously based on Dovecothall Street before moving to their current premises on Glasgow Road in May 2023; …
Thursday 18th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd April 2024

New Practice turns five years old

7 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the fifth anniversary of New Practice, an award-winning women and LGBTQ+-led architectural practice based between Glasgow and London, on 9 May 2024; notes that in these five years, New Practice has played a vital role in improving the lived environment of both cities and many places …
Friday 19th April
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Himalayan Dine Barrhead and the Scottish Curry Awards 2024

7 signatures (Most recent: 26 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Himalayan Dine Barrhead, based on Barrhead Main Street, East Renfrewshire, on being crowned Neighbourhood Restaurant of the Year at the prestigious 16th annual Scottish Curry Awards; notes that Himalayan Dine Barrhead was also highly commended in the category of Most Wanted Restaurant of the Year; understands …
Thursday 18th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 22nd April 2024

RBS branch closures

23 signatures (Most recent: 10 May 2024)
Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House recognises the importance of maintaining bank branch services; regrets the latest closures announced by the Natwest banking group, which operates Royal Bank of Scotland, and the decision to close 18 of its 86 RBS branches across Scotland, with three branches in Edinburgh set to close including Leith, …
Thursday 18th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 22nd April 2024

Father Martin Chambers

9 signatures (Most recent: 23 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House expresses its profound sadness at the sudden passing of Father Martin Chambers, a beloved priest of the Diocese of Galloway and Bishop-Elect of the Diocese of Dunkeld, who tragically passed away on 10 April 2024; notes with deep sorrow the loss felt by the people of Galloway …
Thursday 18th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 22nd April 2024

Life and legacy of Sarah Hall, Business Director of Hillhouse

9 signatures (Most recent: 10 May 2024)
Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House celebrates the life and achievements of Sarah Hall, the Business Director of Hillhouse, a local charity and social enterprise based in Kilmarnock, who has sadly passed away; acknowledges Sarah's dedication and commitment to Hillhouse, which spans over 50 years, during which she served as a House Mother …
Thursday 18th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd April 2024

National Lottery Community Fund and Bothwell Futures

7 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2024)
Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Bothwell Futures on securing £10,000 through the National Lottery Community Fund; acknowledges that this will be used to fund a 12 month pilot for an Active Listening and Signposting service; recognises that this will support the mental health and wellbeing for the most vulnerable and isolated …
Thursday 18th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd April 2024

National Lottery Community Fund and Trust Jack Foundation

7 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2024)
Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Trust Jack Foundation on securing £20,000 through the National Lottery Community Fund; acknowledges that this will be used to support them in their running costs of their mental health support hub and in hosting two community events; appreciates the work they do in prioritising the mental …
Thursday 18th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd April 2024

National Lottery Community Fund and Lanarkshire Pride CIC

6 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2024)
Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Lanarkshire Pride CIC on securing £10,000 through the National Lottery Community Fund; acknowledges that this will allow South Lanarkshire to host another Pride event, following the success of its debut last year; understands that this year, the event will expand and hold a parade alongside a …
Wednesday 17th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 22nd April 2024

Extended and virtual reality in education

9 signatures (Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House welcomes the University of Glasgow’s white paper entitled XRed: Preparing for Immersive Education; notes the value that extended reality and virtual reality technology can and will bring to the future of education; realises that such technology can transform learner experiences, drive imagination and push boundaries; congratulates the …
Thursday 18th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd April 2024

National Lottery Community Fund and the Clydesdale Counselling and Human Development Project

6 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2024)
Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Clydesdale Counselling and Human Development Project on securing £18,900 through the National Lottery Community Fund; acknowledges that this will allow the project to deliver counselling therapy sessions and therapeutic peer-support groups for the people of Clydesdale; welcomes their positive work in supporting those struggling with their …
Wednesday 17th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 22nd April 2024

The Malletsheugh and the Scottish Curry Awards 2024

7 signatures (Most recent: 22 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates the Malletsheugh restaurant, based in Newton Mearns East Renfrewshire, on being crowned New Restaurant of the Year at the 16th annual Scottish Curry Awards; notes that the restaurant was first opened in August 2023 by the Birk family after an extensive and stylish redesign and renovation …
Wednesday 17th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 22nd April 2024

War in Sudan

20 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House mourns the first anniversary of the outbreak of the civil war in Sudan, which began on 15 April 2023; regrets the tragic conflict, which has resulted in a humanitarian and refugee crisis across the country and its neighbours, with more than 8.5 million residents of Sudan displaced …
Tuesday 26th March
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 22nd April 2024

Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules (HC 556)

11 signatures (Most recent: 22 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That the Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules, HC 556, a copy of which was laid before this House on 19 February 2024, be disapproved.
Tuesday 26th March
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 22nd April 2024

Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules (HC 590)

9 signatures (Most recent: 22 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That the Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules, HC 590, a copy of which was laid before this House on 14 March 2024, be disapproved.
Monday 15th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 16th April 2024

National Lottery funding for Muirhouse Millennium Centre (No. 2)

4 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates Muirhouse Millennium Centre on receiving a grant of £8,720 from the National Lottery; understands this will be used to employ sessional staff, and to expand the range of items offered in their community food sharing shelf and baby bank; commends their range of initiatives to improve …
Monday 15th April
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National Lottery funding for Caledonia Funeral Aid CIC

4 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates Caledonia Funeral Aid CIC on receiving a grant of £30,916 from the National Lottery; understands the group plans to use the funding for a one-year project to provide funeral cost and arrangement advice either for the bereaved families or for anyone looking for end-of-life planning support; …
Monday 15th April
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National Lottery funding for Blackhall Children's Sports Committee

4 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates Blackhall Children's Sports Committee on receiving a grant of £4,557 from the National Lottery; understands that this will be used to fund the Committee’s annual sports day; notes that the 2024 Sports Day marks 125 years since the event was first held; commends the Committee for …
Monday 15th April
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Beeslack All Stars Disabled Sports Club

8 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House acknowledges and celebrates the recent grant of £9,680 awarded to Beeslack All Stars Disabled Sports Club; recognises the vital role played by Beeslack All Stars Disabled Sports Club in providing inclusive sports opportunities for people with disabilities; applauds the project's initiative to allocate funds towards part-time hours …
Monday 15th April
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70th anniversary of Grangemouth Choral Society

8 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Grangemouth Choral Society; notes the choir's work performing a wide-ranging repertoire of songs to audiences since 1954; recognises the wider role the choir has played in its local community, enhancing wellbeing in both its members and audiences; wishes the choir’s members …
Monday 15th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 16th April 2024

Roslin Village Group

7 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the invaluable contributions made by community groups in enhancing the quality of life for residents and fostering a sense of belonging; commends the Roslin Village Group for its commitment to serving the Roslin community; notes the receipt of a £1,935 grant to support its one-year project …
Monday 15th April
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One Dalkeith

7 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House celebrates the significant contribution of community-based organisations in enriching the lives of individuals and fostering community cohesion; commends One Dalkeith for its dedication to serving the Dalkeith community; notes with appreciation the receipt of a £132,839 grant to support its three-year project aimed at delivering learning and …
Monday 15th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 16th April 2024

LASC Childcare Services Ltd

7 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House acknowledges the significant contribution of LASC Childcare Services Ltd in supporting the Midlothian community through its initiatives; congratulates the organisation on receiving a grant of £77,582 which will facilitate the continuation of the vital role of the Link Community Hub Manager; recognises the importance of this funding …
Monday 15th April
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Horizons Recovery Cafe SCIO

8 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the critical role played by organisations in providing essential support to individuals recovering from problematic substance use; commends the Horizons Recovery Cafe SCIO for its commitment to aiding the recovery journey of up to 200 people from Dalkeith through its project spanning 20 months; acknowledges the …
Monday 15th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 16th April 2024

Alasdair Rhind

4 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the great contribution made by councillor Alasdair Rhind to local government in the Highlands, in Tain and Easter Ross in particular; acknowledges that his recent untimely death has caused great widespread sadness; and notes that his contribution to public life will not be forgotten.
Monday 15th April
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Bill Russell Woodburn Youth Project

7 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House celebrates the invaluable contribution of the Bill Russell Woodburn Youth Project for its dedication to fostering a supportive environment for children and young people aged eight to 14 years old in Midlothian; notes with appreciation that the project has been awarded a grant of £18,114 to facilitate …
Monday 15th April
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Hillpark Bowling Club's centenary

11 signatures (Most recent: 22 May 2024)
Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House celebrates the remarkable achievement of Hillpark Bowling Club as it commemorates its centenary; notes that for 100 years the club has been a beacon of community spirit, promoting sportsmanship and camaraderie; extends sincere thanks to all who run and support Hillpark Bowling Club for their dedication and …
Monday 15th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th April 2024

Culloden Academy and the Scottish Cup 2024

15 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Inverness school Culloden Academy on its success in the Scottish Cup, with both the first-year girls' and senior girls' teams winning national basketball championship titles; notes the performance of the first-year girls' team, winning with a score of 59-25, and the senior girls' team, achieving a …
Monday 15th April
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STV journalists' strike action

8 signatures (Most recent: 20 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House supports the decision by members of the Scottish Television (STV) workforce to initiate strike action on Thursday 28 March 2024 following an overwhelming mandate from a ballot in favour of industrial action due to the breakdown in pay negotiations at the broadcaster; acknowledges that this marks the …
Monday 15th April
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Baha'i, Iran

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 …
Monday 15th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th April 2024

Darvel Area Regeneration Team and The Corner Project, Darvel

11 signatures (Most recent: 1 May 2024)
Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates The Corner in Darvel on their outstanding achievement in winning the My Place Awards 2024 in the Community-led Project category; recognises the hard work and dedication of the local volunteers from Darvel Area Regeneration Team who have transformed the once abandoned site of the Darvel Industrial …
Monday 15th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th April 2024

Matthew Knapman, Assynt Mountain Rescue

14 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends 17-year-old Matthew Knapman from Inverness for his commitment to volunteering with Assynt Mountain Rescue Team; recognises that he was inspired to help others through mountain rescue following a mountain bike accident in 2022 where he received vital support; notes that he has assisted on two call-outs …
Monday 15th April
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Newport History Group and the Alan Ball Award

4 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the Newport History Group on winning a prestigious Alan Ball Local History Award which recognises outstanding contributions in local history publishing; commends the Group for winning Best Community History Project Publication 2023 for the publication of Lest We Forget, a follow up book to the 2022 …
Monday 15th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th April 2024

The Book Nook, Stewarton

10 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates The Book Nook, a local independent bookstore located in Stewarton, on its outstanding achievement of winning the Bookshop of the Year at the esteemed Scottish Independent Retail Awards 2024; expresses best wishes for forthcoming success at the UK-wide awards set to take place in London on …
Monday 15th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th April 2024

Trapped podcast on IPP sentences

30 signatures (Most recent: 10 May 2024)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House praises the tireless work by campaigners fighting against the injustice of Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) sentences, which were abolished in 2012 but not retrospectively, and commends the Trapped podcast for shining a powerful spotlight on the ongoing scandal of these indefinite and potentially never-ending sentences; agrees …
Monday 15th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th April 2024

3 Dads Walking

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 …
Monday 15th April
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th April 2024

Bushido 100 Club

9 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates everyone at Bushido 100 Club, a group of students from Bushido Karate Association (BKA), on their significant fundraising efforts for cancer research; notes that Bushido 100 Club members are doing 100 push-ups per day during the month of April and have raised an impressive £5,268 as …
Monday 15th April
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Tenant farming commissioner

8 signatures (Most recent: 24 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House praises the work of Baroness Kate Rock in producing the Rock Review of the Tenanted Farming Sector; acknowledges the value of the more than 70 detailed recommendations the review makes; urges the Government to especially consider the recommendation for a tenant farming commissioner; notes the need for …
Monday 15th April
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Cockenzie House and Gardens grant from The National Lottery Community Fund

4 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates Cockenzie House and Garden in East Lothian on receiving a grant of £227,400 from The National Lottery Community Fund; understands that the group will use the funding to acquire Cockenzie and Port Seton Old Parish Church and Hall to use as a community hub, offering community …
Monday 15th April
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Maxwell’s in Clarkston and the National Pub and Bar Awards

7 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Maxwell’s, located in Clarkston, East Renfrewshire, on being named one of 94 County Winners of the National Pub and Bar Awards 2024; recognises that Maxwell’s has been based in the Sheddens area of Clarkston for 10 years; notes that the National Pub and Bar Awards celebrates …
Monday 15th April
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Centenary of 1st Mearns Brownies

10 signatures (Most recent: 20 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House celebrates the centenary of the founding of 1st Mearns Brownies, based in Newton Mearns, and recognises that the important occasion will be marked with a coffee morning and a commemorative tree planting on Saturday 27 April 10.00am to 12.30pm at Mearnskirk Church Hall; understands that the coffee …
Monday 15th April
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House of Hope

5 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates founder and CEO of cancer charity House of Hope, Lisa Fleming, on the launch of her fundraising campaign Brick of Hope; notes that this aims to raise £500,000 for the charity to purchase a property in the Corstorphine area of Edinburgh; further notes that this is …
Monday 15th April
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Fisherrow Harbour and Seafront Association and National Lottery funding

4 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates Fisherrow Harbour and Seafront Association on receiving a grant of £4,030 from the National Lottery Community Fund; understands that this grant will fund the fourth Fisherrow Harbour Festival to bring people together and learn about the seafront; and wishes everyone involved the best of luck with …
Monday 15th April
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Queen Margaret University and National Lottery funding

4 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates Queen Margaret University in East Lothian on receiving a grant of £5,760 from the National Lottery Community Fund; understands that the university will set up a Young Persons Advisory Group for twelve young people aged between eight and 18 years old to provide views, opinions and …
Monday 15th April
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Lower Impact Living C.I.C and National Lottery funding

3 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates Lower Impact Living (Lil) C.I.C on receiving a grant of £8,330 from the National Lottery Community Fund; understands that the group will use the funding to run their annual Refuse Festival, develop circular economy awareness, and provide clothing and baby items for families who are facing …
Monday 15th April
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The Ridge SCIO and National Lottery funding

4 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates The Ridge SCIO on receiving a grant of £34,245 from the National Lottery Community Fund; understands that the group will use the funding to continue providing their cost of living support services for people facing difficulties in Dunbar and surrounding areas; notes that the project will …
Monday 15th April
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Heavy Sound C.I.C and National Lottery funding

3 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates Heavy Sound C.I.C in East Lothian on receiving a grant of £9,980 from the National Lottery Community Fund; understands that the group will use the funding to run a couple of pilot projects around cycling and bike maintenance in order to build resilience, self-esteem, mental well-being …
Monday 15th April
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East Lothian Roots and Fruits and National Lottery funding

3 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates East Lothian Roots and Fruits on receiving a grant for £8,873 from the National Lottery Community Fund; understands that the group will use the funding to run lunch and gardening groups, coffee mornings, activities, and to provide access to free food to reduce social isolation and …
Monday 15th April
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National Lottery funding for North Edinburgh Arts

4 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates North Edinburgh Arts on receiving a grant of £148,821 from the National Lottery; understands this will be used to further its Green Projects work; notes this will include a community garden, volunteering opportunities and development of a new community shed as part of the refurbishment of …
Monday 15th April
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East Lothian Council Young Musician of the Year

3 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates the young musicians who picked up awards at the East Lothian Council Young Musician of the Year 2024 held at St Mary's Parish Church in Haddington; praises flautist Leila Maycock from Knox Academy on winning the competition, who will travel to the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland …
Monday 15th April
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30th anniversary of the Well Multi-Cultural Resource Centre

9 signatures (Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the Well Multi-Cultural Resource Centre in Govanhill, Glasgow, on the 30th anniversary of its opening; notes that the Well was established in March 1994 by the Church of Scotland in order to provide support to the BAME communities of South East Glasgow; recognises that since its …
Monday 15th April
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Provand's Lordship Reopening to the Public after Refurbishment Works

11 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the reopening of Provand's Lordship, the oldest intact building in the city of Glasgow; notes that the building is one of only four surviving medieval buildings in the city, built in 1471 as part of the St Nicholas Hospital estate by Andrew de Durisdeer, Bishop of …
Tuesday 26th March
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Waddington Street Centre

4 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House commends Waddington Street Centre in City of Durham, an independent mental health resource with over forty years of experience; notes that the centre offers a wide range of services, including support services, for the people of City of Durham; pays tribute to all members of the Durham …
Tuesday 26th March
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County Durham Community Clothing Bank and Food Pantry

6 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House commends the County Durham Community Clothing Bank and Food Pantry for their work in supporting people in City of Durham; recognises that they provide clothing, including school uniforms, and food parcels for those experiencing financial difficulties; further commends the volunteers for providing children with an Easter egg …
Tuesday 26th March
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Drumahoe Primary School, British School Trampoline Elite Champions 2024

7 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Colum Eastwood (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House congratulates Benjamin, Oliver and Thomas Briggs for their outstanding achievement in becoming 2024 British School Trampoline Elite Champions at the BSGA Trampoline Finals, held on March 16 in Telford; praises their dedication to the sport, their skill, and high-quality training; applauds their success that brought pride to …
Tuesday 26th March
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Immigration changes for carers and Ukrainians

16 signatures (Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool Walton)
That this House is concerned that the latest Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules, HC 556, which will prevent overseas care workers from bringing their dependants to the UK and makes substantial changes to the Ukraine schemes, will have a negative impact on migrant families; notes in particular that the …
Tuesday 26th March
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Food price inflation and the Easter festive period

9 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House deeply regrets the continuing effects of food price inflation; is concerned about the negative impact this will have on households over the coming Easter festive period; notes that this impact will disproportionately fall on vulnerable families; further notes that one-in-four households are still struggling financially and that …
Tuesday 26th March
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Independence day of Bangladesh

5 signatures (Most recent: 26 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: George Galloway (Workers Party of Britain - Rochdale)
That this House sends its well wishes to those celebrating the independence day of Bangladesh on 26 March 2024 to commemorate the country's declaration of independence from Pakistan in the early hours of 26 March 1971; observes that this year marks the 53rd day of independence; notes that Rochdale has …
Tuesday 26th March
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Female genital mutilation legislation in The Gambia

16 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House expresses its deep concern regarding the Gambian National Assembly’s consideration of a Bill which would repeal that country’s ban on female genital mutilation (FGM); offers its unqualified condemnation of the practice of FGM; considers FGM to be a violation of the human rights of girls and women, …
Tuesday 26th March
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Access to State Pension for people with a terminal illness

36 signatures (Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Tabled by: Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus and Perthshire Glens)
That this House notes that people with terminal illnesses cannot currently access their State Pension until their retirement age; recognises that this is the case even for individuals who have made full National Insurance contributions; acknowledges that poverty rates are disproportionately high amongst the terminally ill; commends research by Loughborough …
Monday 25th March
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Include Me 2 Club

7 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Include Me 2 Club on being nominated as Team of the Year at the upcoming National Youth Work Awards 2024; highlights the important work carried out by Include Me 2 Club, supporting individuals with additional support needs, disabilities, and mental health conditions in Glasgow, Renfrewshire, and …
Monday 25th March
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Marlie Packer 100th cap

4 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House recognises the fantastic achievement of Marlie Packer on reaching 100 caps for the Red Roses; congratulates her on becoming only the seventh player to achieve this feat; wishes the Red Roses luck in the rest of their Six Nations matches; understands the important role sport has to …
Monday 25th March
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90th anniversary of the Wiener Holocaust Library

12 signatures (Most recent: 24 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House commends the brilliant work and resources of the Wiener Holocaust Library, located on Russell Square, London; notes the Library is one of the world’s foremost and extensive archives on the Holocaust, Nazi era, and genocide; understands the Library was founded in 1934 by Dr Alfred Wiener, a …
Monday 25th March
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40th anniversary of Border Biscuits

9 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2024)
Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Border Biscuits on celebrating their 40th anniversary in 2024; recognises that, since its establishment in 1984, Border Biscuits has become an institution in Lanark and a well-loved brand across the UK; commends Border Biscuits for remaining connected and invested in the local community through their Border …
Monday 25th March
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Held In Our Hearts

9 signatures (Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House recognises the work of Scottish charity Held In Our Hearts in providing baby loss counselling and support to families for over 40 years; acknowledges the trauma caused by baby loss at any stage and the importance of making connections with people able to relate to the overwhelming …
Monday 25th March
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50th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Kilsyth

9 signatures (Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House extends congratulations to the Rotary Club of Kilsyth on reaching its 50th anniversary; acknowledges and commends the important work carried out by the Rotary Club in the communities of Kilsyth and surrounding villages; expresses gratitude to the club's membership for their continued dedication to the values of …
Monday 25th March
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StrathCyber awarded Academic Centre of Excellence status

7 signatures (Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House acknowledges that StrathCyber, the Cyber Security Research Group at the University of Strathclyde has been granted Academic Centre of Excellence status from the Government; notes that this status was conferred by the Government's National Cyber Security Centre in recognition of the quality of the research and impact …
Monday 25th March
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Amma Birth Partners at GSK Impact Awards

6 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Amma Birth Partners, a Glasgow charity, on their success in the GSK Impact Awards; recognises the work of Amma Birth Partners in providing care, information and advocacy to pregnant people, new parents and families in need of additional support; notes that this support includes birth companionship, …
Monday 25th March
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Centenary of Glasgow Philharmonic Male Voice Choir

8 signatures (Most recent: 18 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House commemorates the upcoming centenary of the Glasgow Philharmonic Male Voice Choir (GPMVC) on 9 of June 2025; notes that the GPMVC was formed by the amalgamation of the Partick Male Voice Choir and a number of recruits from elsewhere in the city of Glasgow, who had participated …
Monday 25th March
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No Falls Week 2024

13 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That the House marks No Falls Week 2024, which takes place between 13 and 17 May 2024; acknowledges that this week is an opportunity to recognise the powerful grassroots campaign dedicated to promoting safe working at height, providing an opportunity for organisations in all sectors to focus on working at …
Monday 25th March
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The Big Plastic Count

17 signatures (Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House congratulates the thousands of schools, households, community groups and businesses that came together to mark the Big Plastic Count between 11 and 17 March; acknowledges that this annual citizen science investigation provides a unique snapshot of the scale of the UK’s plastic crisis; notes that the study …
Monday 25th March
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Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI)

13 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: George Galloway (Workers Party of Britain - Rochdale)
That this House commends the WASPI campaigners who have fought for many years against unilateral and discriminatory changes to the state pension age; welcomes the report of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman which found the Department for Work and Pensions was clearly guilty of maladministration over its treatment of …
Monday 25th March
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Stage two report of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman on women's state pension age

25 signatures (Most recent: 9 May 2024)
Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House welcomes the findings of the UK Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) which vindicates women born in the 1950s who were severely impacted when their state pension age was raised with little or no notice; notes that the Ombudsman's conclusions that the Government needs to act swiftly …
Monday 25th March
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British Youth Council

6 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: George Galloway (Workers Party of Britain - Rochdale)
That this House expresses its sadness following the announcement of the British Youth Council that it is to permanently close after more than 75 years championing the voices of young people and engaging them in our democratic process; and calls on the Government to step in to attempt to prevent …
Monday 25th March
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Bella the Beithir

9 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates all those involved in the development and unveiling of Bella the Beithir, believed to be one of the biggest community artworks in Scotland, at the new Stockingfield Bridge on the Forth and Clyde Canal in Glasgow North on Friday 1 March 2024; notes that in Scottish …
Monday 25th March
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Twenty-one Years of the Maryhill Activity Directory

9 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates all those involved in the production of the Maryhill Activity Directory, following the launch of its tenth edition during its 21st anniversary year on Friday 22 March 2024 at a special event in the Mackintosh Halls on Shakespeare Street in the Maryhill area of Glasgow; recognises …
Friday 22nd March
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Parliamentary Contributory Pension Fund and Nestlé

14 signatures (Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes that a coalition of Nestlé shareholders, with a combined $1.68 trillion in assets under management, has filed a resolution asking Nestlé to set a target to shift its sales towards healthier products; notes that the majority of Nestlé’s sales, 70% in the UK, are from foods …
Friday 22nd March
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50th anniversary of St Mary’s Primary School, Maryhill

11 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates everyone at St Mary's Primary School in Maryhill, Glasgow, on the school reaching the landmark of 50 years of educational and community service to families across Maryhill at its current location on Kilmun Street; understands that St Mary’s Primary School first started delivering denominational education in …
Friday 22nd March
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Four-day working week

26 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2024)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House understands the importance of exploring the possibility of a shorter working week, including a four-day week, which trials have shown can benefit workers, employers, the economy, society and the environment; recognises that companies in the world's biggest four-day week trial saw healthy growth, with an average revenue …
Thursday 21st March
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One year anniversary of the kidnapping of Elizabeth Tsurkov

28 signatures (Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes that today marks the one year anniversary of the kidnapping of Elizabeth Tsurkov, a dual Russian-Israeli national, who is being held hostage in Iraq by the militant group Kata'ib Hezbollah; expresses dismay at her kidnapping and calls for her immediate release; extends solidarity to her family …
Thursday 21st March
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Teachers’ Pension Scheme and universities

25 signatures (Most recent: 14 May 2024)
Tabled by: Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House notes that employers’ contributions to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), of which approximately 58,000 university staff are members, are soon to increase by 5% in England and Wales; further notes, with concern, that while schools and colleges will receive additional funding from the Department for Education (DfE) …
Thursday 21st March
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St Andrew's Secondary School fundraising

10 signatures (Most recent: 18 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates pupils at St Andrew’s Secondary School for their tireless efforts in raising over £8000 for charities and causes across Glasgow East; recognises their selfless dedication in assisting St Andrews Hospice in their Ben Nevis Challenge, 6K fun run and participating in a Sleep Out for Shelter …
Wednesday 20th March
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University of Aberdeen course on the impact of female genital mutilation

16 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House commends the University of Aberdeen for its efforts in training the next generation on the impact of female genital mutilation (FGM); notes that since its free online course on this topic launched in 2022, over 1,000 learners have participated; and welcomes that it continues to expand the …
Wednesday 20th March
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Opening of Ukrainian Community Group Centre in South Ayrshire

13 signatures (Most recent: 18 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates the Ukrainian Community Group South Ayrshire (UCG), a charity, on the opening of the Ukrainian Community Group Centre, in Ayr, which was officially opened by Mr Yevhen Mankovskyi, vice-consul at the Ukrainian Consulate in Edinburgh, on Friday 15 March 2024; notes the Centre will provide the …
Tuesday 19th March
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Neurodiversity Celebration Week

23 signatures (Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises Neurodiversity Celebration Week and the significance of fostering inclusive work environments for neurodiverse individuals; acknowledges the barriers faced by neurodivergent individuals in accessing employment opportunities and obtaining assessments for conditions such as autism and ADHD; notes the need to support employers in creating inclusive workplaces by …
Thursday 14th March
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St Patrick's Day 2024

16 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that 17 March each year marks St Patrick's Day; recognises that 17 March is an opportunity to celebrate the diverse cultures and heritage of the island of Ireland, as well as celebrating the contribution that Ireland and its diaspora has made in shaping nations across the …
Tuesday 19th March
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Treatment of Tibetan protesters in Dege County, Tibet

19 signatures (Most recent: 20 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House strongly condemns the recent brutal crackdown on peaceful Tibetan protesters in Dege County, Tibet; calls for an immediate and irreversible halt to the construction of Kamtok Hydroelectric Dam, as well as the forced relocation of more than 2,000 local Tibetans from their ancestral lands; acknowledges the courage …
Tuesday 19th March
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St Pauls RC Primary School Glee Choir heat winners

10 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates St Pauls RC Primary School Glee Choir on their fantastic win of their recent heat at the Scottish Primary School Glee Challenge 2024 held in the Alhambra Theatre in Dunfermline over two nights in March; highlights that St Pauls, of Glenrothes, rocked their way to the …
Tuesday 19th March
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Fife Young Carers 25th anniversary

10 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates Fife Young Carers on the 25th anniversary of the organisation; commends the work of the 30 staff and numerous volunteers in supporting Fife’s young carers in their caring roles and importantly in providing service users with a range of advice, support and opportunities in order to …
Tuesday 19th March
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Countdown to the reopening of the Levenmouth Rail Link

10 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House welcomes the installation of countdown clocks at Edinburgh Waverley, Cameron Bridge and Leven railway stations to mark the final 100 days until the reopening of the Levenmouth rail link; eagerly anticipates the arrival on 2 June 2024 of the first passenger trains in Leven for 55 years; …
Tuesday 19th March
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Auchmuty High School, Digital Schools Award

9 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates Auchmuty High School in Glenrothes on recently earning their Digital Schools Award from Education Scotland in recognition of the school’s excellence in integrating digital technology into learning and teaching; notes that the Digital Schools Award is a national awards scheme to promote, recognise and encourage a …
Tuesday 19th March
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North Berwick and the Sunday Times Best Place to Live Guide

5 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates North Berwick, East Lothian, on being named the overall winner for best place to live in the UK by The Sunday Times Best Place to Live Guide; acknowledges that North Berwick is the first Scottish town to be named winner by the Best Place to Live …
Tuesday 19th March
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Scottish Seabird Centre awarded National Lottery Heritage Fund grant

5 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Seabird Centre in North Berwick, East Lothian, on being awarded £249,685 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund; understands that they aim to provide the capacity needed for the Scottish Seabird Centre with their project entitled A resilient future: for people, nature and our charity, …
Monday 18th March
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Purple Day 2024

18 signatures (Most recent: 20 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises that Purple Day, the international day for epilepsy, is taking place on Tuesday 26 March 2024; notes epilepsy is the most common neurological condition with an estimated 55,000 people living with the condition in Scotland; applauds the work of Epilepsy Scotland who fight to reduce the …
Monday 18th March
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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 …
Monday 18th March
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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 …
Monday 18th March
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Volunteer Midlothian's Volunteer Recruitment Fair 2024

6 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House applauds the success of Volunteer Midlothian's Volunteer Recruitment Fair which recently attracted more than 120 attendees eager to explore volunteering opportunities; acknowledges the critical role played by Volunteer Midlothian in promoting and supporting volunteering in the region particularly in light of concerning trends indicating a decline in …
Monday 18th March
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World Down Syndrome Day 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 …
Thursday 14th March
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Award of the Sovereign Military Hospitallar Order of St John of Jerusalem of Rhodes and of Malta

6 signatures (Most recent: 18 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Steven Bonnar (Scottish National Party - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House commends five volunteers of the Friends Together Club of St Patrick's RC Church in Coatbridge, who were recognised for their outstanding charity work by the Sovereign Military Hospitallar Order of St John of Jerusalem of Rhodes and of Malta on 5 February 2024 at their headquarters in …
Thursday 14th March
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Saltire Hospitality and Family Business of the Year in Midlothian 2024 Award

5 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Saltire Hospitality in Loanhead, Midlothian, for their recent success at the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Awards; recognises their award for Family Business of the Year 2024; acknowledges that this is a wonderful accomplishment and a testament to the dedication and hard work put …
Thursday 14th March
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Audio Light Systems and SME of the Year in Midlothian 2024 Award

7 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Audio Light Systems in Dalkeith, Midlothian, for their recent success at the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Awards; recognises their award for SME of the Year 2024; acknowledges that this is a wonderful accomplishment and a testament to the dedication and hard work put …
Thursday 14th March
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Clydebank Blitz 83rd anniversary

15 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House commemorates the 83rd anniversary of the Clydebank Blitz, which commenced on 13 March 1941 for two nights; notes that it was proportionally the heaviest aerial bombardment inflicted on any civilian population in the UK during World War II; recognises the official record of deaths caused by the …
Wednesday 13th March
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Penicuik Storehouse and Best Community Impact in Midlothian 2024 Award

7 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Penicuik Storehouse in Penicuik, Midlothian, for their recent success at the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Awards; recognises their award for Best Community Impact 2024; acknowledges how this is a wonderful accomplishment and a testament to the dedication and hard work put into helping …
Wednesday 13th March
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CSY Architects

5 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates CSY Architects in Dalkeith, Midlothian, for their recent success at the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Awards; recognises their award for Best Commitment to Youth Development 2024; acknowledges how this is a wonderful accomplishment and a testament to the dedication and hard work put …
Wednesday 13th March
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Economic impact of cancer research in the West of Scotland

11 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes a report by London Economics which shows the total economic impact on the UK economy associated with the Cancer Research UK (CRUK) Scotland Institute and the University of Glasgow’s School of Cancer Sciences’ activities in 2021-22 was estimated at approximately £503 million; notes that for every …
Wednesday 13th March
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Detention of Palestinian human rights lawyer Diala Nader Ibrahim Eideh

17 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes that, on 24 January 2024, the Israeli military issued an administrative detention order against Palestinian lawyer Diala Nader Ibrahim Eideh for a period of four months; condemns the degrading and humiliating treatment of Ms Eideh by Israeli soldiers throughout her initial ordeal; expresses grave concern at …
Wednesday 13th March
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Melville Golf Centre and the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Awards

6 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Melville Golf Centre in Lasswade, Midlothian, for their recent success at the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Awards; recognises their award for Best Innovation in Business 2024; acknowledges how this is a wonderful accomplishment and a testament to the dedication and hard work put …
Wednesday 13th March
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Palestinians and the Researchers at Risk scheme

21 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2024)
Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
This House commends the Researchers at Risk scheme instituted by the British Academy in partnership with the Council for At-Risk Academics and with support from the Academy of Medical Sciences, the Royal Academy of Engineering and the Royal Society; notes that the scheme was funded primarily by the Department for …
Wednesday 13th March
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Stewart Brewing

9 signatures (Most recent: 18 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Stewart Brewing brewery in Loanhead, Midlothian, for their recent success at the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Awards; recognises their award for Food and Drink Producer of the Year 2024; acknowledges how this is a wonderful accomplishment and a testament to the dedication and …
Tuesday 12th March
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Rosslyn Chapel and the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Awards

5 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Rosslyn Chapel of Roslin, Midlothian, for their recent success at the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Awards; recognises their award for Best Tourism Business 2024; acknowledges how this is a wonderful accomplishment and a testament to the dedication and hard work put into the …
Monday 11th March
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World Glaucoma Day 2024

19 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes World Glaucoma Day, celebrated on 12 March with this years theme of Uniting for a Glaucoma-Free World, focusing on bringing communities worldwide to fight together against glaucoma blindness; highlights that over 700,000 people in the UK have glaucoma and around 18,000 of these cases are in …
Monday 11th March
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Vitamin B12 deficiency

12 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House welcomes the benefits of vitamin B12 therapy; believes that greater emphasis must be placed on recognising and treating B12 deficiency which can be a major cause of ill health and unemployment; recognises that the replacement of the missing nutrient can restore quality of life, enthusiasm and energy …
Monday 11th March
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Ordination of the Bishop of Galloway

9 signatures (Most recent: 18 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates the Right Reverend Francis Dougan as Bishop of Galloway on his ordination to the Episcopate in a very moving and joyful ceremony at the Church of Saint Peter-in-Chains, Ardrossan, on 9 March 2024; is aware that Bishop Dougan, originally from Lanark, received his priestly ordination on …
Monday 11th March
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Alleged comments by Frank Hester

71 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House expresses its shock regarding the alleged comments made by Frank Hester reported by The Guardian about the hon. Member for Hackney North and Stoke Newington and all Black women; believes these alleged comments to be both racist and violent in nature; notes that Mr Hester is a …
Monday 11th March
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Glasgow Saints FC 24-hour charity football match

10 signatures (Most recent: 18 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House extends its heartfelt congratulations to Glasgow Saints FC on their outstanding 24-hour charity football match, having already raised nearly £5,000 for three causes close to their hearts; applauds their remarkable work and achievement in raising significant funds that will be split between the football club, Beatson Cancer …
Monday 11th March
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World Kidney Day 2024

19 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That his House notes that World Kidney Day takes place on Thursday 14 March 2024; recognises that an estimated 7.2 million people in the UK are living with early- and late-stage chronic kidney disease; acknowledges that some patients are being told about their risk or their diagnosis too late, when …
Monday 11th March
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Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership

10 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That the Protocol, done at Auckland and Bandar Seri Begawan on 16 July 2023, on the Accession of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CP 1107), a copy of which was laid before Parliament on 19 February 2024, …
Thursday 7th March
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ITC Hydraulic Services Limited

11 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Richard Thomson (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House congratulates Oldmeldrum-based ITC Hydraulic Services Limited on being awarded the Family Business Award in the Federation of Small Businesses' Celebrating Small Business Awards 2024; notes that this year marks the twenty-fifth year in business of the firm; recognises the vital contribution made to the North East and …
Thursday 7th March
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OVO Energy’s decision to stop correspondence in Welsh

7 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House expresses its significant disappointment in relation to OVO Energy’s decision to stop providing correspondence in Welsh to its customers in Wales, and criticises the instruction for Welsh speakers in Wales to instead use Google Translate to read the contents of English correspondence in the Welsh language; acknowledges …
Thursday 7th March
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100th anniversary of Saltcoats, Ardrossan and Stevenston Branch of the Royal British Legion Scotland

9 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates the Saltcoats, Ardrossan and Stevenston branch of the Royal British Legion Scotland on its 100th anniversary; understands that the branch was formed at Ardrossan Civic Centre, then called the Castlecraigs, on 10 April 1924; is aware that, at that time, servicemen and ex-servicemen having experienced the …
Wednesday 6th March
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Supermarket listing for Perth restaurant owner

7 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and Kinross-shire)
That this House congratulates Praveen Kumar, owner of Tabla restaurant in Perth, on securing his first ever supermarket listing to supply 11 new lines of authentic Indian ready meals into 56 Asda stores across Scotland; recognises Praveen’s esteemed career in hospitality, which has seen him work in some of the …
Wednesday 6th March
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Cost of living payment at National Museums Liverpool

23 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House fully supports the staff at National Museums Liverpool (NML) engaging in strike action in an ongoing dispute over pay; notes that last year 206 employers in the public sector agreed to pay each worker a one-off £1,500 payment to part-compensate for inflation rises and hardship caused by …
Tuesday 5th March
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120th anniversary of Glasgow Pavilion Theatre

12 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the 120th anniversary of the opening of the Glasgow Pavilion Theatre on 29 February 1904; recognises that in 120 years of operation the Pavilion has played host to many internationally-recognised artists, including Billy Connolly, Lulu, Charlie Chaplin, the Krankies, Stanley Baxter and more; notes that the …
Monday 4th March
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Ronnie Campbell

30 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Ian Lavery (Labour - Blyth and Ashington)
That this House notes with great sadness the passing of Ronnie Campbell, who represented the constituency of Blyth Valley between 1987 and 2019; notes Ronnie’s great public service to the people of his constituency and his tireless advocacy for Blyth Valley which has resulted in so many good quality jobs …
Monday 4th March
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40th anniversary of the 1984-85 Miners' Strike (No. 2)

33 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Ian Lavery (Labour - Blyth and Ashington)
That this House notes the 40th anniversary of the start of the Miners’ Strike of 1984-1985 on 5 March 2024; further notes that, four decades on, many mining communities are still struggling as a result of the industrial vandalism and are still awaiting a just transition to the industries of …
Monday 4th March
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Laura Young, Scottish Influencer of the Year

9 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Laura Young, also known as Less Waste Laura, for being crowned the Scottish Influencer of the Year in recognition of her online campaigning on environmental and climate issues; notes that Laura, aged 27 from East Renfrewshire, is currently studying at the University of Dundee for a …
Monday 4th March
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Women Against Pit Closures

28 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House commends Women Against Pit Closures on the 40th anniversary of the miners’ strike for their fortitude, resilience and solidarity during the 1984-85 strike and beyond; believes that the 1984-85 strike would not have lasted as long without the support of women; notes that women’s groups, like those …
Monday 4th March
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10th anniversary of Alzheimer Scotland’s Mind That Song in East Dunbartonshire

10 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House celebrates the 10th anniversary of Alzheimer Scotland’s ‘Mind that Song’ service in East Dunbartonshire; notes that on Friday 14th March 2014 Bearsden Cross Church hosted its first venture with Alzheimer Scotland called Mind that Song to provide hospitality and an opportunity for a sing song for people …
Monday 4th March
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Brent Centre Highlands

11 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Brent Centre Highlands on the recent opening of their clinic in Inverness; recognises that they provide accessible mental health support, through psychotherapy and practical support, to young people aged 14 to 21 in the Scottish Highlands free of charge; pays thanks to all those involved in …
Tuesday 26th March
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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 …
Tuesday 19th March
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Government legal advice on Israeli Government actions and international law

46 signatures (Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
This House notes the remarks by the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights on 19 March 2024 that the Israeli Government’s restrictions on humanitarian aid for Gaza may amount to the use of starvation as a method of war, which is a war crime; is alarmed at the mounting …
Wednesday 6th March
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Public Accounts Committee report entitled Reducing the harm from illegal drugs

15 signatures (Most recent: 23 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House welcomes the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report, Reducing the harm from illegal drugs, published in February 2024; notes that this acknowledges recent progress in workforce recruitment and countering county lines; heeds and highlights the PAC’s warning that, should the Joint Combating Drugs Unit, the Department of Health …
Wednesday 6th March
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Razor attacks in prisons

32 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House condemns the horrific and cowardly unprovoked razor attack on a prison officer at HMP Humber on 9 February 2024, which resulted in 53 stitches for a facial wound; notes with alarm the rising tide of prison violence since the end of pandemic lockdowns, with assaults against staff …
Monday 26th February
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50 years of nuclear submarines

5 signatures (Most recent: 28 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House notes that 26 February 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of the laying down of HMS Resolution, the first Royal Navy Polaris Ballistic Nuclear Missile Submarine; further notes that HMS Resolution was decommissioned on 22 October 1994 yet remains laid up at Rosyth dockyard with the Ministry of …
Monday 26th February
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Conduct of the hon. Member for Ashfield and the Rt hon. Members for Fareham and South West Norfolk

27 signatures (Most recent: 6 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House is shocked and appalled by the recent conduct of certain Members in respect of their remarks relating to Islam; believes that the recent remarks made by the hon. Member for Ashfield and the Rt hon. Members for Fareham and South West Norfolk are Islamophobic and constitute a …
Monday 26th February
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Islamophobia

20 signatures (Most recent: 13 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House condemns the recent rise in Islamophobic and antisemitic incidents across the UK; regrets that leading charity TellMAMA recorded more than 2,000 anti-Muslim hate cases since Hamas’s terror attacks on 7 October 2023; notes with concern that this represents a 335% increase on the same period last year; …
Monday 26th February
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Mikeysline Hive on the Road project

11 signatures (Most recent: 13 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends Mikeysline for their continued work in suicide prevention and providing mental health support across the Scottish Highlands; notes their most recent project Hive on the Road offers mental health support via a fully equipped mobile unit across the Highlands and Islands; recognises that this mobile unit …
Friday 23rd February
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th February 2024

Administration of SSB Law

21 signatures (Most recent: 26 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Imran Hussain (Labour - Bradford East)
That this House notes with concern the collapse of SSB Law that has left hundreds across the country facing demands for payment stretching into thousands of pounds; stresses that a number of those affected by SSB Law’s collapse cannot meet the large demands for payment and will face significant consequences, …
Friday 23rd February
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Sanctions against Russia

15 signatures (Most recent: 13 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
This House notes that it has been two years since the Russian invasion of Ukraine and welcomes the existing sanctions against Russia, including those in relation to the sale of oil; further notes that, under the existing sanctions regime, the legal country-of-origin for a refined oil product, namely diesel, jet …
Tuesday 20th February
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Household Support Fund (No. 2)

36 signatures (Most recent: 6 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House expresses deep concern that the UK Government has not committed to extending the Household Support Fund (HSF) beyond March 2024; notes that via this fund the Government has invested significantly in local crisis support as a response to the cost-of-living crisis; further notes that more than £2 …
Friday 23rd February
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20th anniversary of opening of Auchenback Resource Centre

6 signatures (Most recent: 4 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that the Auchenback Resource Centre (ARC), Aurs Drive, Barrhead, the home of local charity Auchenback Active Limited, was opened 20 years ago on 27 February 2004; applauds the significant work undertaken then and now by dedicated volunteers to making this fantastic community resource the great success …
Friday 23rd February
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 26th February 2024

Defective cavity wall insulation

27 signatures (Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Tabled by: Imran Hussain (Labour - Bradford East)
That this House expresses serious concern about widespread reports of defective installation of cavity wall insulation leading to mould, damp and structural damage to homes which leads to those affected taking legal action for damages caused; reaffirms that properly installed cavity wall insulation remains one of the best ways to …
Thursday 22nd February
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 26th February 2024

Jim Carswell, Scotland cap

10 signatures (Most recent: 6 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Jim Carswell, formerly of Paisley, Grammarians, Rugby Club, Jordanhill RFC and Glasgow on receiving his Scotland rugby cap 47 years after playing for his country against Japan in 1974; acknowledges this award makes him Paisley Rugby Club’s first player to go on and win full international …
Wednesday 21st February
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 26th February 2024

75th anniversary of Troon Art Club

15 signatures (Most recent: 25 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
This House congratulates Troon Art Club on their 75th anniversary and celebrates that the club, founded shortly after the second world war, has gone from strength to strength over the years, working to advance the arts in Ayrshire through their set programme of art demonstrations, professional appraisals, exhibitions and competitions, …
Tuesday 20th February
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Second anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

11 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House acknowledges that two years after the unprovoked, brutal and illegal Russian invasion of Ukraine, the conflict still rages; notes that hundreds of thousands of soldiers and civilians have been killed and maimed, with vast areas of Ukraine and many of its towns and cities devastated and millions …
Wednesday 21st February
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 26th February 2024

No confidence in the Speaker

90 signatures (Most recent: 20 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: William Wragg (Independent - Hazel Grove)
That this House has no confidence in Mr Speaker.
Monday 19th February
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VAT and the hospitality sector

17 signatures (Most recent: 13 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House recognises the continuing challenges facing the hospitality sector during the cost of living crisis; notes that the Government implemented a temporary cut of 5% on VAT for hospitality businesses during the pandemic; further notes that VAT is not devolved and can therefore only be set by the …
Monday 19th February
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Alan Bates and the Freedom of the City of Liverpool

49 signatures (Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House supports the call for the Freedom of the City of Liverpool to be bestowed upon Liverpool-born Post Office Horizon campaigner Alan Bates; notes this is the highest civil award in the city and has previously been awarded to those who have left an indelible mark on the …
Monday 19th February
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Midlothian View

9 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House applauds Midlothian View, a local digital news brand, for being nominated twice in the Business Awards 2024 organised by Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce; recognises that the awards are a highlight of the business calendar and offer Midlothian businesses the opportunity to promote major achievements …
Monday 19th February
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Ardamata and Masalit massacres

11 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2024)
Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House condemns the horrors currently being inflicted on the Masalit community of West Darfur at the hands of paramilitary groups, the Rapid Support Forces and Janjaweed, in light of reports that these groups massacred between 800 and 1,300 unarmed people on 8 November 2023; considers that an ethnic …
Monday 19th February
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Transport for London and London Underground maintenance workers

23 signatures (Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House is dismayed to learn that Transport for London (TfL) is re-tendering essential track maintenance work on the Underground to private companies as part of its Track Labour Framework, rather than bringing this work in-house; expresses concern that, under existing sub-contracting arrangements, three-quarters of these sub-contracted workers reported …
Monday 19th February
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Lisa Mason

7 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Ms Lisa Mason, this year’s vocational category winner for Scotland at the fifth annual British Education Awards; notes that the vocational category recognises those who have achieved excellence in their apprenticeship, BTEC, or NVQ equivalent qualification; further notes that these awards were established to promote excellence …
Monday 19th February
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100th birthday of Holocaust survivor Henry Wuga

19 signatures (Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Holocaust survivor, Giffnock resident, Henry Wuga on his 100th birthday; notes that Henry was born in Nuremberg on 23 February 1924 and arrived on the Kindertransport in 1939; understands he was sent to Glasgow, then Perth following the outbreak of war; recognises Henry met his wife, …
Monday 19th February
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Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund’s 2024 Wee Box Appeal

11 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House welcomes the launch of Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund’s (SCIAF) 2024 Wee Box Appeal; understands that this year marks the 30th anniversary of the Rwandan genocide which killed an estimated one million people and caused deep trauma which remains to this day; notes that the appeal highlights …
Monday 19th February
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Points of Light nomination for Kaydi Scottsville

9 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House congratulates and celebrates the recent Points of Light nomination for Kaydi Scottsville; applauds Kaydi, who founded her charity called Diversified when she was fourteen after being diagnosed with autism and ADHD and was struggling in school; notes the importance of this incredible charity which hosts a range …
Monday 19th February
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Dennistoun cost of living event

6 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House thanks Home Energy Scotland, Age Scotland, Social Security Scotland, Citizens Advice Scotland, Glasgow Life, Scottish Gas, Scottish Power, One Parent Families Scotland, the Wise Group and Skills Development Scotland for attending the Dennistoun Cost of Living Event on 8 February 2024; recognises the time and effort required …
Monday 19th February
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Committee of the Future

7 signatures (Most recent: 26 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House supports the establishment of a Committee of the Future to follow in the footsteps of the successful and internationally renowned Committee of the Future in Finland, recognised for its visionary planning, rigorous analysis of challenges ahead, citizen engagement and representation, solution-focused recommendations to innovate and its ability …
Monday 19th February
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13th anniversary of the Bahrain pro-democracy uprising

17 signatures (Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes the 13th anniversary of Bahrain’s 2011 uprising, when widespread protests demanding democratic change and decrying structural inequalities, corruption, oppression and a lack of government representation were met with government violence and repression, in which dozens of individuals were killed and hundreds arrested, some of whom are …
Wednesday 7th February
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International Court of Justice Ruling on Gaza and the UK’s duties under the Genocide Convention

73 signatures (Most recent: 14 May 2024)
Tabled by: Zarah Sultana (Independent - Coventry South)
That this House notes the ruling of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on 26 January 2024, which found that it is plausible that Israel’s ongoing attacks on the Palestinian people in Gaza are in breach of the Genocide Convention; further notes that the ICJ issued provisional measures, including ordering …
Wednesday 21st February
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Use of artificial intelligence in journalism

25 signatures (Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House supports the National Union of Journalists' (NUJ) Artificial Intelligence (AI) campaign and its concerns over rapid advancements in AI technologies using journalistic content without consent or permission; recognises the risk of grave harm to journalism and the subsequent undermining of democracy should public trust in journalism erode; …
Tuesday 20th February
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Detention of Frenchie Mae Cumpio

17 signatures (Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House demands the immediate release of Filipino community journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio, who has been in detention since her arrest along with four human rights defenders since 7 February 2020 in Tacloban City; believes that the evidential basis for her arrest was fabricated, and that she is innocent …
Monday 19th February
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Cash payments and Avanti West Coast catering services

26 signatures (Most recent: 4 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Cat Smith (Labour - Lancaster and Wyre)
That this House notes with concern reports that rail operator Avanti West Coast is proposing to withdraw cash as an accepted payment method for its catering services from March 2024; expresses concern about the impact of this decision on people who rely on, or prefer to use, cash; further notes …
Monday 5th February
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50th anniversary of the loss with all hands of the trawler fishing vessel Gaul

15 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Emma Hardy (Labour - Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice)
That this House notes with solemnity and sadness the 50th anniversary of the loss of the fishing vessel Gaul, with all hands, on the night of 8-9 February 1974 in storm conditions in the Barents Sea, north of Norway; remembers the 36 crew who lost their lives; further notes that …
Monday 5th February
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th February 2024

Fetcha Chocolates

14 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Fiona McArthur, owner and creator of Fetcha Chocolates from Campbeltown in Argyll and Bute on being selected to provide dairy-free, vegan chocolates which will be included the 2024 Academy Awards ceremony gift bag; understands that Fiona who started the business from her mum’s kitchen in 2019 …
Monday 5th February
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The Pioneers display and Peter McLagan

15 signatures (Most recent: 29 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House commends the temporary display entitled The Pioneers: The First Asian and Black MPs, which is being transferred to form part of the permanent hang in Admissions Order Office Corridor; reflects on the protracted process of permanently acknowledging our groundbreaking Asian and Black MPs; notes with dismay the …
Monday 5th February
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Mortgage prisoners

33 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes the new campaign launched by the UK Mortgage Prisoners Action Group which calls for urgent and sweeping legislative reforms to mortgages to avert further homeowner crises and go some way to righting the current wrongs; understands that there are nearly 200,000 mortgage prisoners who are still …
Monday 5th February
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Vanity Hair Salon, City of Durham’s Small Business of the Year

4 signatures (Most recent: 7 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House congratulates Vanity Hair Salon in Gilesgate, County Durham, on winning the City of Durham’s Small Business of the Year 2023; commends Katie, Courtney, Georgia and Lynsey for their cosmetology; values their contribution to the local community and the local economy; and wishes them every success for the …
Monday 5th February
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Barry John, 1945 to 2024

11 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House mourns the sad passing of the great Welsh rugby union outside half Barry John, born and raised in the Gwendraeth Valley village of Cefneithin in Carmarthenshire; notes that Mr John played his club rugby with Llanelli and Cardiff, was capped for Wales for the first time in …
Monday 5th February
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Support for bereaved children

22 signatures (Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes with sadness that, on average, a child loses a parent every 20 minutes in the UK; further notes with concern that support services have no way of knowing exactly how many children suffer a bereavement each year, or where they live; recognises the work of charities …
Thursday 1st February
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Fuel poverty and the private rented sector

20 signatures (Most recent: 29 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House believes it is a national scandal that in 2022-23 almost 5,000 excess winter deaths were caused by people living in cold and damp homes; is deeply concerned that 6.5 million UK households are experiencing fuel poverty following the energy price cap rise in January 2024; urges the …
Monday 29th January
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High Income Child Benefit Charge

22 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House expresses deep concern that the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) continues to create unfairness and anomalies such as discriminating against a family with one earner who earns in excess of £50,000 compared with a family whose joint earnings may exceed the £50,000 threshold; remains concerned that …
Thursday 25th January
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Children's Mental Health Week 2024

26 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House commemorates Children's Mental Health Week 2024 which runs from 5 to 11 February; notes with concern that one in five children between the ages of seven and sixteen have a probable mental health disorder; acknowledges the negative impacts that poor mental health can have on children's present …
Wednesday 24th January
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Postural Tachycardia Syndrome awareness

35 signatures (Most recent: 9 May 2024)
Tabled by: Cat Smith (Labour - Lancaster and Wyre)
That this House notes that Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) is an autonomic nervous system abnormality where sitting, standing and exercise can cause symptoms including shortness of breath, chest pain, brain fog, dizziness, pain, fainting, vomiting and fatigue; recognises that many people suffer a combination of symptoms, which can be chronic …
Wednesday 24th January
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Support for families of British Palestinians

37 signatures (Most recent: 14 May 2024)
Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House absolutely condemns the ongoing conflict in Gaza; further condemns the futile and tragic loss of life and the impact on all Palestinians; notes with specific concern the situation of Salim Ghayyada’s 40 immediate family members who have been forced to abandon their homes in Gaza City and …
Friday 2nd February
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200th anniversary of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution

29 signatures (Most recent: 11 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House celebrates the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), formed on 4 March 1824; recognises that as a charity, the RNLI has throughout its history worked in the most challenging situations to protect lives at sea; notes that the RNLI operates 238 …
Thursday 1st February
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Ninewells Hospital 50th anniversary

11 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House celebrates the 50th anniversary of the opening of Ninewells Hospital in Dundee; notes that the first patients were admitted on 31 January 1974, with the official opening held later that year in October; thanks the thousands of current and former staff who have worked in the hospital, …
Thursday 1st February
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Scottish curlers gold at Winter Youth Olympics

20 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Logan Carson, Tia Laurie, Archie Hyslop and Holly Burke on winning gold in the mixed team curling at the 2024 Winter Youth Olympics in Gangneung, South Korea; understands that they came from behind to defeat Denmark 7-5 after an extra end in the gold medal match; …
Thursday 1st February
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LGBT History Month 2024

45 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House recognises and celebrates February as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month 2024; welcomes this month-long celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans history; notes that LGBTQ+ people have a long history of making incredible contributions to the UK; further notes that LGBTQ+ History month is …
Wednesday 31st January
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2024

LGBT+ History Month

22 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House recognises February 2024 as LGBT+ History Month; notes this year’s theme of UnderTheScope, which aims to recognise the work of LGBT+ people in healthcare and medicine; celebrates the amazing contributions the LGBT+ community make to British society, including staff in the NHS, social care, research and other …
Thursday 1st February
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Crystal FM Radio

7 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House celebrates the remarkable milestone of Crystal FM, a distinguished community radio broadcaster based in Penicuik, on completing its 11th year of operation, marking more than a decade of exceptional service in community radio broadcasting; acknowledges with great admiration the recent accolade bestowed upon the station as the …
Wednesday 31st January
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Hope Robertson, Clydebank Asbestos Group

12 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House pays tribute to Hope Robertson, the prominent campaigner against the use of asbestos, and champion for people suffering at home and abroad due to exposure to asbestos, who died on Saturday 27 January 2024; recognises that, as the former Secretary, stalwart supporter and contributor to the work …
Wednesday 31st January
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Bonnyrigg Rose FC and the Scottish Cup

6 signatures (Most recent: 8 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House extends its heartfelt congratulations to Bonnyrigg Rose FC for their outstanding achievement in reaching the fifth round of the Scottish Cup football tournament; applauds their remarkable journey through the competition which has captured the hearts of fans and the wider community in Midlothian; acknowledges the club’s unwavering …
Wednesday 31st January
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Energy Training Academy's Net Zero Home

5 signatures (Most recent: 8 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House acknowledges the commendable efforts of the Energy Training Academy in opening its Net Zero Home, a pioneering initiative that is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the workforce of tomorrow; recognises that the 12,000 sq ft. training centre in Dalkeith, Midlothian, a fully functioning one-bedroom …
Wednesday 31st January
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Barnet mental health union dispute

15 signatures (Most recent: 4 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes with grave concern the ongoing industrial dispute over recruitment and retention payments with Barnet Council and UNISON in relation to the deeply disturbing endemic staffing crisis that exists within frontline mental health services in Barnet; further notes that this dispute is now the longest-running mental health …
Thursday 1st February
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Jay Abatan

28 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House expresses concern that 25 years after Jay Abatan was killed in a racist attack in Brighton his murderers have still not been brought to justice; notes that Sussex police have apologised to Jay Abatan's family for the multiple failures in the way the investigation was conducted, as …
Wednesday 31st January
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Lothians Veterans Centre

9 signatures (Most recent: 20 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House notes the invaluable contribution of the Lothians Veterans Centre, a small independent charity dedicated to supporting military veterans and their families in Midlothian; further notes that the centre operates a vital drop-in facility in Dalkeith, staffed by a committed team ready to address a variety of challenges …
Thursday 1st February
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Independent Panel Inquiry into the death of Zane Gbangbola

34 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House notes that the Post Office Horizon scandal has reemphasised the need for a Hillsborough Law; acknowledges that more tragedies would benefit from a duty of candour on public servants and a parity of arms; supports the call for an independent panel inquiry with full powers to compel …
Friday 26th January
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National Supported Internship Day 2024

12 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises 27 March 2024 as National Supported Internship Day, which is an initiative founded by charity DFN Project SEARCH to raise awareness and understanding of supported internships; acknowledges that supported internships are for those aged 16-24 and give young adults the opportunity to learn in a workplace …
Friday 26th January
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70th Anniversary of St Mirin's Primary School

10 signatures (Most recent: 22 May 2024)
Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates St Mirin's Primary School on reaching its 70th anniversary; recognises the dedication and commitment of the school staff, past and present, for their tireless efforts in; acknowledges the pivotal role St Mirin's Primary School has played in fostering a strong sense of community and promoting educational …
Friday 26th January
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Appeal of the Confederation of Free Trade Unions of Ukraine for humanitarian and military aid

10 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House expresses its support for the appeal of the Confederation of Free Trade Unions of Ukraine to the Trade Unions, Parliaments, and Governments of democratic countries, which notes the new year in Ukraine began with horrific massive Russian missile attacks on the cities of Ukraine, that every day, …
Friday 26th January
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Nicholas Allan and WordSkills UK Medal

7 signatures (Most recent: 8 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates Nicholas Allan on his silver medal at the WorldSkills UK National Competition this past November in Manchester; recognises Nicholas’ impressive and innovative fire detection and alarm system; wishes Team UK great success at WorldSkills Lyon 2024; further recognises the value of benchmarking UK skills through international …
Friday 26th January
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Armenian Quarter in Jerusalem

22 signatures (Most recent: 28 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House is deeply alarmed by the attempted take-over of the Cows’ Garden in the Armenian Quarter of occupied Jerusalem by illegal Israeli settler organisations; notes that, despite the cancellation of a lease agreement, Israeli settlers have used violence, threats and bulldozers against the Armenians at this site; recognises …
Friday 26th January
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Miners’ Strike 1984: The Battle For Britain documentary series

36 signatures (Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House applauds the Miners’ Strike 1984: The Battle For Britain documentary series for shining a much needed light on events that irrevocably changed our country; thanks Channel 4 and Swan Films for their continued commitment to hard-hitting factual programmes; commends the miners and their families for taking part …
Friday 26th January
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Health workers in Gaza and the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize

31 signatures (Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this House congratulates the more than 250,000 people who have signed a petition to support the nomination of health care workers in Gaza for the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize; believes that health workers in Gaza have sought to save lives in the most difficult of circumstances and mourns the …
Tuesday 23rd January
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World Lewy Body Day

12 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House notes that Lewy body dementia is the second most common type of neurodegenerative dementia in older people and at least 10 to 15% of all people who live with dementia have Lewy body dementia; acknowledges that The Lewy Body Society is the only charity in the UK, …
Tuesday 23rd January
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Former broadband customers of Broadway Partners and Voneus

3 signatures (Most recent: 24 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House notes that Broadway Partners and Voneus are companies that build and operate alternative internet network infrastructure in communities that have been neglected by policy to date; further notes that Broadway Partners entered administration on 31 May 2023; notes that Broadway Partners was acquired as an ongoing concern …
Monday 22nd January
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Right to Buy (No. 2)

15 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that around 2 million council homes in England have been sold off to private individuals well below market value since the inception of the Right to Buy in 1980; further notes these homes were built using public money to create an essential collective asset fundamental to …
Monday 22nd January
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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 …
Monday 22nd January
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Personal Independence Payment processing times

11 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House raises concerns about the Department for Work and Pensions' management of Personal Independence Payments (PIP); notes that a number of constituents in Hemsworth constituency have reported long delays in the processing of PIP claims and changes of circumstances, which can have a significant negative impact on the …
Monday 22nd January
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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 …
Monday 22nd January
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Bedford MS Therapy Centre

3 signatures (Most recent: 23 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Mohammad Yasin (Labour - Bedford)
That this House congratulates the Bedford MS Therapy Centre in Bedford, for their recent award of £420,000 over five years from the National Lottery Community Fund; recognises the fantastic and innovative work the organisation does for people with MS in Bedford and beyond, in particular with neuro-physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, gym sessions …
Monday 22nd January
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Dr Ofer Cassif

9 signatures (Most recent: 8 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House acknowledges the plight of Dr Ofer Cassif, Member of Israeli Knesset of the Democratic Front for Peace and Equality (Hadash) who currently faces unconstitutional expulsion from the Israeli Knesset on the grounds of supporting armed struggle against the state following his signature on a petition supporting South …
Monday 22nd January
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Inheritance tax

12 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House objects to suggestions that the Government should cut or scrap inheritance tax in the forthcoming Budget; notes that inheritance tax revenues amount to around £7 billion a year; further notes that in the year 2020 to 2021 only 3.73% of UK deaths resulted in an inheritance tax …
Monday 22nd January
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15th anniversary of Fairweather Drop-in Group

6 signatures (Most recent: 30 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates all involved with the Fairweather Drop-in Group, who meet at Fairweather Hall, Newton Mearns, on the 15th anniversary of the foundation of the group; applauds the multi-cultural and multi-faith nature of the group, which welcomes over 50s from all sections of the local community to join …
Monday 22nd January
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Hillingdon council's over 65 discount scheme

6 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House congratulates Mr Ian Clarke for his campaign to expose age discrimination by the London Borough of Hillingdon in its reform of the council’s over 65 discount scheme, in which means testing was introduced in an arbitrary and discriminatory manner; considers that the council’s argument that the production …
Friday 19th January
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Access to medications

17 signatures (Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Tabled by: Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House expresses its dismay at reports that there is a shortage of diabetes and other medication in the UK; notes that some GP surgeries are unable to prescribe the type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic at all due to shortages; further notes that this shortage has been linked with …
Friday 19th January
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Muirtown Primary School

11 signatures (Most recent: 25 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends Muirtown Primary School on their ongoing commitment to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment for their pupils; recognises they have won numerous awards for their efforts including a Silver Pearson’s Award for Digital Innovation, Silver Rights Respecting Schools Award, Digital Schools Award, Cyber Resilience and …
Wednesday 17th January
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Pastel bakery, Midlothian

8 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Pastel bakery in Newtongrange, Midlothian, for their recent successes at the prestigious World Championship Scotch Pie Awards; recognises their gold award for their chicken and chorizo pie and silver for their steak pie; acknowledges how this is an incredible accomplishment and a testament to the dedication, …
Thursday 18th January
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Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2024

37 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes that 22 January marks the start of Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2024, which is an opportunity to highlight the vital importance of HPV vaccines and cervical screening in the prevention of cervical cancer and their potential to thereby contribute to the elimination of cervical cancer; acknowledges …
Wednesday 17th January
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Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

15 signatures (Most recent: 20 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is dismayed at the complacency and obstinacy of the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) management in its implementation of the flawed Driver Services Recovery Programme; notes concerns raised by the Public and Commercial Services (PCS) union that the programme poses significant safety risks to examiners and …
Wednesday 17th January
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Minimum salary threshold for skilled worker visa

11 signatures (Most recent: 2 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes with concern that increasing the skilled worker visa salary thresholds for chefs to £38,700 will have a detrimental impact on the hospitality industry and local economy of rural tourist destinations on top of the lasting effects of covid-19; and calls on the Government to ensure that …
Wednesday 17th January
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Angus gin

16 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus and Perthshire Glens)
That this House congratulates the Gin Bothy on their gin being selected for this year’s Oscars nominee gift bags; commends the growth of this multi-award-winning business trading from Glamis in the heart of Angus and propelled by its founder Kim Cameron’s leadership and vision; welcomes Gin Bothy’s use of locally-sourced …
Wednesday 17th January
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Young Lives vs Cancer

11 signatures (Most recent: 23 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Paul Girvan (Democratic Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House notes the Young Lives vs Cancer report entitled Running on Empty which explores the costs that young cancer patients and their families face when travelling for treatment; expresses concern at the finding in the report that it costs young cancer patients and their families on average £250 …
Tuesday 16th January
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Deaths of journalists in Gaza

39 signatures (Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House expressers its extreme concern at the mounting and unprecedented death toll of journalists in Gaza; notes that the independent Committee to Protect Journalists has recorded the death of 82 journalists in this conflict since October 2023; welcomes the support provided by the National Union of Journalists for …
Tuesday 16th January
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Water quality in Sri Lanka

16 signatures (Most recent: 20 May 2024)
Tabled by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House expresses concern regarding water quality in northern Sri Lanka; is concerned by reports stating that the Sri Lankan Government refused to allow independent assessments of water quality in the region; notes that the consumption or use of water contaminated by waste oil has been linked to many …
Tuesday 16th January
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Big Garden Bird Watch 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 …
Tuesday 16th January
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Pastor Iain and Elizabeth of King's Church, Aberdeen

7 signatures (Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House honours Pastor Iain and Elizabeth of King's Church, Aberdeen for 20 years of leadership and dedication; recognises their work brought faith and enrichment to the community; and wishes them and their family the best for the future.
Monday 15th January
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Mhairi Valentine

6 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House commends the outstanding dedication and fundraising efforts of Mhairi Valentine, a remarkable individual who, following her diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis, organised a heart-warming Christmas light turn-on at her home in Westerton, raising over £1,500 for the MS Society; recognises Mhairi’s exceptional commitment to raising awareness of MS …
Monday 15th January
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150th Anniversary of St. Ninian's High School, Kirkintilloch

8 signatures (Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House warmly congratulates St. Ninian’s High School Kirkintilloch on reaching its remarkable milestone of 150 years of excellence in education and service to the community; notes that, founded in 1974, St. Ninian’s High School has been a beacon of education, enlightenment and community service in East Dunbartonshire; celebrates …
Monday 15th January
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10th anniversary of Creatovators

6 signatures (Most recent: 23 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House celebrates the 10th anniversary of Creatovators in East Dunbartonshire; thanks the organisation for a decade of unwavering commitments to supporting children on the autistic spectrum and their families; commends Creatovators for their invaluable work that has significantly enhanced the lives of so many by fostering a brighter …
Monday 15th January
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Winter food collection in Midlothian

6 signatures (Most recent: 23 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the Tesco winter food collection project between November and December 2023; applauds the generosity of customers in Midlothian who donated 5,394 meals; acknowledges that two million meals’ worth of long-life food items were donated in stores across the country; further recognises that donations to the Trussell …
Thursday 11th January
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Proceedings instituted by South Africa against the State of Israel at the International Court of Justice

24 signatures (Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House recognises the continuing violence in Gaza which has resulted in over 23,000 deaths; welcomes South Africa’s request for provisional measures by the International Court of Justice to prevent acts of genocide; urges the Government to carefully consider the application as it upholds its duty to prevent genocide …
Wednesday 10th January
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UEFA European Football Championship 2024 fanzones

9 signatures (Most recent: 23 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House calls on the Government to support, via local councils in England and the administrations in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, a special fund which would assist local communities to create safe and engaging fanzones for the UEFA European Football Championship matches being held in Germany between 14 …
Tuesday 9th January
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Michael Kirkum and the Points of Light award

5 signatures (Most recent: 23 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Michael Kirkum on recently receiving the Points of Light award from the Prime Minister; notes that this award recognises his work as an outstanding volunteer campaigning to raise money to secure Christmas gifts for children in Crosshouse University Hospital and other children’s groups, which has seen …
Tuesday 9th January
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NellyBoxes CIC

7 signatures (Most recent: 23 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates NellyBoxes CIC based in East Renfrewshire on their award of two grants from the National Lottery Community Fund; understands that NellyBoxes was founded in 2019 by Nicola McGowan who unfortunately experienced nine miscarriages over a period of six years; highlights that NellyBoxes provides a range of …
Tuesday 9th January
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JPR Williams

8 signatures (Most recent: 23 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
This House mourns the passing of Welsh Rugby Union great John Peter Rhys (JPR) Williams at the age of 74; notes that JPR played at full back for Wales and the successful touring British Lions teams of 1971 and 1974; recognises that JPR won 55 caps for Wales between 1969 …
Thursday 18th January
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Public sector pay 2024-25

26 signatures (Most recent: 26 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Beth Winter (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House notes the Government's public sector pay remit letters to the Chairs of the Pay Review Bodies published on 20 December 2023; further notes that their publication date and request for a report by May 2024 is a month later than the previous pay round; notes the Government …
Thursday 18th January
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Celebration of the birth and legacy of Robert (Rabbie) Burns

48 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House notes and celebrates the 265th anniversary of the birth of Robert (Rabbie) Burns, Scotland’s national bard, in Alloway on the 25 January 1759, regarded as a pioneer of the Romantic literacy movement, and after his death became a great source of inspiration to the founders of both …
Tuesday 16th January
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Journalists in Gaza

57 signatures (Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is profoundly shocked and saddened by the deaths of over 85 journalists and other media workers in Gaza since the Hamas attacks of October 7, with many more critically injured, missing or in detention without trial; believes that journalists in Gaza are the only ones standing between …
Monday 8th January
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2024

Removal of CBE awarded to Paula Vennells

12 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Douglas Ross (Conservative - Moray)
That this House believes Paula Vennells, former Chief Executive Officer of the Post Office Ltd, should be stripped of her CBE awarded in the 2019 New Year's Honours List.
Monday 8th January
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Short-term medical evacuation of children from Gaza

51 signatures (Most recent: 18 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House welcomes the work of Saving Gaza's Children, an NGO dedicated to supporting the children of Gaza to receive life-saving and time-critical, emergency medical care required as a result of the Israel-Gaza conflict by identifying children in dire need of medical evacuation and securing their evacuation to host …
Monday 8th January
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2024

Scottish Government's industrial strategy

26 signatures (Most recent: 27 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House recognises the UK's low growth, poor productivity and high debt economy which has been a feature of the UK's economic demise over many decades; now welcomes the recent statement by Scotland's First Minister to establish an industrial strategy to help reverse the most negative impacts of UK …
Monday 8th January
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2024

Government legal advice on Gaza

32 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House understands that questions have been raised internationally about the legality of the Israeli government’s actions in Gaza; recognises that in November 2023 UN experts raised the alarm about the risk of genocide in Gaza; highlights the UN General Secretary’s reasons for invoking Article 99 that there is …
Monday 8th January
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2024

Sub-postmasters

90 signatures (Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Tabled by: Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House notes the increased awareness of the life-changing injustices experienced by sub-postmasters throughout the Horizon scandal; further notes it is now known as the most widespread miscarriage of justice in British history; notes with concern that sub-postmasters have served custodial sentences, suffered bankruptcy for offences they did not …
Monday 8th January
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National Lottery funding for Muirhouse Millennium Centre

4 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates Muirhouse Millennium Centre Ltd on receiving a grant of £62,503 from the National Lottery; understands that this will be used to continue delivering their Low Income Families Together (LIFT) project; notes that LIFT provides individual and group work sessions for parents to learn new skills, drop …
Monday 8th January
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Pension restitution for women born in the 1950s

98 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from so many hon. Members from across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have suffered pensions loss through the targeting of their pension rights; pays tribute to constituents and campaigners in their ongoing fight for justice; recalls that …
Monday 8th January
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Scottish Agriculture Awards and Savock Farms

7 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Richard Thomson (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House welcomes the inaugural Scottish Agriculture Awards, where over 450 people celebrated innovation and success in the vital Scottish agricultural sector; recognises the critical role that Scottish agriculture plays in food supply both within Scotland and beyond; notes the large scale of the agricultural sector, especially in the …
Monday 8th January
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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 …
Monday 18th December
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Closure of Bank of Scotland, Byres Road

6 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with concern the announcement by Lloyds Banking Group to close the Bank of Scotland branch on Byres Road in the West End of Glasgow; further notes that the branch has been a long-standing and much-valued presence on the street, and that its closure represents a further …
Tuesday 19th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 8th January 2024

Centenary of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society

13 signatures (Most recent: 27 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House celebrates the centenary of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society (RCDS); notes that the RSCDS was founded on 26 November 1923 in what is now the Hardrock Cafe, formerly the Atheneum, on Buchanan Street in Glasgow; appreciates that the RSCDS aims to grow a vibrant worldwide community …
Tuesday 19th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 8th January 2024

Long March in Balochistan

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 …
Tuesday 19th December
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St Aidan’s Episcopal Church, Clarkston

8 signatures (Most recent: 15 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House acknowledges the centenary year of St Aidan’s Episcopal Church, Clarkston; welcomes this milestone marking 100 years of the Church playing a pivotal role in the local community; joins the congregation in commemorating this important anniversary; notes that a special centenary service of thanksgiving and commemoration took place …
Tuesday 19th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 8th January 2024

Julie Fleeting induction to the Scottish Sports Hall of Fame

9 signatures (Most recent: 15 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates sporting hero Julie Fleeting on her induction to the Scottish Sports Hall of Fame; recognises Julie’s exceptional achievements as a professional footballer, having won 17 major trophies with Arsenal, 121 caps for Scotland, and being the first Scot to play as a full-time professional in the …
Monday 8th January
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School Meals Coalition

25 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Stephen Timms (Labour - East Ham)
That this House welcomes the creation of the School Meals Coalition; notes the Coalition is a partnership of 96 countries, with responsibility for over 60 percent of the world’s population, spanning the full range of geographies and across high, middle and low-income countries; congratulates the Coalition in supporting the reinstatement …
Monday 18th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023

The work of people across the Parliamentary Estate

35 signatures (Most recent: 1 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House recognises the essential contribution of all staff across the Parliamentary Estate, including, but not limited to, cleaners, caterers, chefs, kitchen stewards, baristas, doorkeepers, clerks, library support specialists, tour guides, police and firefighters, as well as those in Parliamentary offices and Departments, such as the Speaker’s office, the …
Monday 11th December
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In memory of Margaret Payne

6 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House commemorates the life and achievements of Margaret Payne; acknowledges the huge contribution of £434,562 to the NHS, NHS Highlands, Highland Hospice and RNLI raised through her tremendous fundraising efforts; notes that Margaret raised this money by climbing her stairs 282 times over 73 days or 10 weeks, …
Monday 11th December
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Michael Gowans, Migo Run Club

6 signatures (Most recent: 19 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Michael Gowans of Migo Run Club on winning Jog Leader of the Year Award at the 4J Studios JogScotland Annual Awards ceremony; recognises Michael was awarded Jog Leader of the Year for his ability to create sessions that are engaging, fun, and responsive to participant’s feedback; …
Monday 11th December
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UN Security Council vote on a ceasefire in Gaza

12 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
This House notes with concern the Government’s position on the UN Security Council Resolution vote on a ceasefire in Gaza on 8 December 2023; further notes that the resolution was presented by a non-permanent member, the United Arab Emirates, following a letter sent by the UN General Secretary, Antonio Guterres, …
Tuesday 12th December
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Rwanda Treaty

51 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That the Agreement, done at Kigali on 5 December 2023, between the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Government of the Republic of Rwanda for the Provision of an Asylum Partnership Agreement to Strengthen Shared International Commitments on the Protection of Refugees and …
Thursday 7th December
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East Renfrewshire Christmas card competition

5 signatures (Most recent: 19 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House applauds the fantastic artistic endeavours of the many hundreds of artistic East Renfrewshire primary school children, from schools all across the local area, who took part in the 2023 Christmas picture competition organised by the hon. Member for East Renfrewshire; notes that children produced beautifully festive and …
Thursday 7th December
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Alpino’s Fish and Chips, Barrhead

6 signatures (Most recent: 19 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Alpino’s Fish and Chips in Barrhead for being named the Best Dine in Restaurant and the Best Family Business at the 2023 Scottish Fish and Chips Awards; understands that across East Renfrewshire there were several other fish and chip shops noted for their excellence, including Kadir’s …
Thursday 7th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

Domestic abuse and the workplace

15 signatures (Most recent: 8 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes that domestic abuse can have profound long-term effects on survivors and is concerned that is very difficult to speak out about domestic abuse and often those that do are subject to further silencing tactics; recognises that domestic violence is a workplace issue and that it can …
Thursday 7th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

Arms to Israel

91 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House notes with deep concern that UK-made military equipment and technology is being used by Israel, including in its most recent bombardment of the occupied Gaza Strip which has resulted in thousands of deaths and injuries; expresses alarm at reports by the UN Commission of Inquiry on the …
Thursday 7th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

Funding domestic abuse services

15 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes that domestic abuse has wide ranging effects, including mental, emotional, physical, social and financial, on all areas of life for the individual survivor and those around them; recognises that community-based domestic abuse services provide holistic, specialist support to women and children experiencing domestic abuse on both …
Thursday 7th December
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British Council International School Award accreditation for Hedworth Lane Primary School

5 signatures (Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House congratulates Hedworth Lane Primary School for their recent accreditation with the British Council International School Award; and notes that this is a brilliant achievement for all pupils and staff involved and applauds them for all their hard work with this accreditation and in the local community.
Thursday 7th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

Clothing poverty awareness

20 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes with concern that rising numbers of people are unable to afford adequate clothing in the United Kingdom, that the demand for clothing banks has increased dramatically and is particularly acute during winter months and that even despite the best efforts of clothing banks clothing deprivation is …
Thursday 7th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

Sewage discharges by United Utilities

13 signatures (Most recent: 8 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House condemns the regular and large-scale dumping of sewage by United Utilities across the North West of England; notes that recent Freedom of Information requests show that since 2018 raw sewage has been pumped into the North West’s natural environment for a total of 2,219,418 hours; highlights that …
Thursday 7th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

Two child benefit cap

24 signatures (Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Tabled by: Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House strongly opposes the continuation of the cruel and unnecessary two child limit for benefits, introduced by the Government in 2017; notes that recent research shows that one in 10 children live in households affected by the two-child limit, that is 1.5 million children; highlights the University of …
Wednesday 6th December
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Scots Trad Music Awards 2023 original work of the year

6 signatures (Most recent: 14 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House congratulates Skipinnish for their song The Clearances Again winning original work of the year at the Scots Trad Music Awards; notes that the song was written in protest against plans by the Scottish Government to block fishing in 10 per cent of Scottish waters with the creation …
Wednesday 6th December
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Clarkston Chanukah celebration

8 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House wishes all those celebrating a Happy Chanukah; notes that Chanukah 2023 begins on Thursday 7 December; appreciates the efforts made across communities to mark the miraculous festival of lights; recognises the tireless work undertaken by Debra Clapham to secure a Menorah, donated by East Renfrewshire Council which …
Wednesday 6th December
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Mearns Cycling Club

5 signatures (Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House commends Niaz Haq for setting up Mearns Cycling Club, whose members predominantly reside in Newton Mearns and Giffnock, and is open to riders of all abilities; notes that the club has grown rapidly since it was first founded and now has up to 60 riders attending sessions …
Wednesday 6th December
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Scots Trad Music Awards 2023

7 signatures (Most recent: 14 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House congratulates all the nominees and winners in the Scots Trad Music Awards; recognises that 2023 marks the 20th year of the awards, having first been established in 2003; notes in particular that the Orkney Folk Festival was named event of the year, while long-time volunteer and committee …
Thursday 7th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

Migrants and domestic abuse

16 signatures (Most recent: 8 Feb 2024)
Tabled by: Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes that domestic abuse can have profound long-term effects on survivors and is concerned that it is very difficult to speak out about domestic abuse and often those that do are subject to further silencing tactics; is concerned that police forces potentially sharing migrant data with Immigration …
Wednesday 6th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th December 2023

Moroccan Paradise Golf and Beach Resort and Atlantic View Development

6 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House understands that some 800 investors, 300 of whom were British, made investments in the Moroccan Paradise Golf and Beach Resort and Atlantic View Development which was first advertised in 2006; notes the development was subsequently promoted in 2010 as part of Morocco’s Vision 2020 tourism plan receiving …
Wednesday 6th December
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Recognition of Girvan in South Ayrshire as Most Dog Friendly Town in the UK

6 signatures (Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House recognises and congratulates the town and people of Girvan, South Ayrshire on winning the prestigious Dog Friendly UK awards and recognition as the Most Dog Friendly Town in the United Kingdom, achieving the most public votes of the 122 entrants in the town or city category; notes …
Wednesday 6th December
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Raza Sadiq and the sportscotland Lifetime Contribution Award

6 signatures (Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Raza Sadiq, a founder and chairperson of Active Life Club, on his receipt of the sportscotland Lifetime Contribution Award; recognises that the award has been issued after 24 years of dedicated work with Active Life Club, which seeks to provide opportunities for kids, teens and adults …
Tuesday 5th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

Pay for Royal Fleet Auxiliary Seafarers

34 signatures (Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House pays tribute to the commitment and dedication of the 1,700 civilian seafarers, including trainees, at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA); is concerned that nearly fifteen years of pay restraint is having a negative effect on recruitment, retention, training and industrial relations in the RFA; notes that inflation …
Wednesday 6th December
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Zain Iqbal named Glasgow Young Sportsperson of the Year 2023

5 signatures (Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Zain Iqbal of Southside Boxing Academy for being named Glasgow Young Sportsperson of the Year at the Glasgow Sport Awards 2023; notes that Zain received this award after winning the gold medal at the Scottish and GB School Championships, and the silver medal at the European …
Wednesday 6th December
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Volunteering by Swifts FC Girls u-12s, 9s and 7s

12 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House commends Izzy Breach, Robyn Clarkson, Lucy Final, Amy Innes, Erin Lane, Sophia Hanlin, Erin Milne, Ellie Breach, Ava Morris, Olivia Morris and Keira Moffat from Swifts FC, based in Inverkeithing, Fife for volunteering as ball girls at the European Nations League qualifiers for amputee football; notes that …
Wednesday 6th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

10th anniversary of the 2013 Glasgow helicopter crash

15 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises that 29 November 2023 was the 10 year anniversary of the tragic helicopter crash at the Clutha Bar in Glasgow city centre; recalls that on 29 November 2013, a police helicopter with three crew members on board crashed into the Clutha Bar on Stockwell Street, killing …
Wednesday 6th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

33rd anniversary of Cathouse Glasgow rock club

9 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Cathouse Glasgow, Glasgow's oldest rock club, on the 33rd anniversary of its opening on 22 November 22 1990; acknowledges the contribution of Donald Macleod MBE in establishing the club; recognises the immense contribution of Cathouse to Glasgow's nightlife and cultural flourishing over the years; acknowledges that …
Tuesday 5th December
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40 years of Street Life Newtownards

5 signatures (Most recent: 19 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates 40 years of men's clothing store Street Life in the town of Newtownards; notes their first store which was initially opened in Bangor and now their transformation to their current store in Newtownards where they have doubled in size, with a brand new suit lounge; highlights …
Monday 4th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

Medical support for children in Gaza

19 signatures (Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes that the United Nations Children’s Fund has warned that Gaza is the most dangerous place in the world to be a child, following the end of the temporary pause in hostilities between Israel and Hamas on 1 December 2023; mourns the fact that at least 6,150 …
Monday 4th December
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Monkton Milers' santa dash for Ayrshire Parkinson's Group

16 signatures (Most recent: 12 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates the Monkton Milers on organising their highly successful Santa Dash in Troon to raise funds for the Ayrshire Parkinson's Group; notes that Rachel Cox, Chairperson of the Milers, won the JogScotland Jog Leader of the Year in 2022, and acknowledges the valuable contribution such volunteer-led running …
Monday 4th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

Erin Boothman

7 signatures (Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Erin Boothman, a pupil from Williamwood High School, East Renfrewshire, on her recent cycling successes; notes that Erin achieved a fantastic result at the British Youth Track Cycling Championships in 2022, placing 2nd in the under-16 women’s category; further notes that in July 2023 Erin was …
Monday 4th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

29 signatures (Most recent: 4 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; notes that its adoption in 1948 was a watershed moment reflecting the collective determination of world leaders to prevent a repetition of the horrors inflicted during World War Two and to champion the inherent dignity of …
Monday 4th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

40th anniversary of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society

18 signatures (Most recent: 30 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House congratulates the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, which has been celebrating its 40th anniversary throughout 2023; notes that the Society was founded in 1983 by a group of friends in Edinburgh, led by Pip Hills, who had previously jointly purchased a cask of single malt Scotch whisky and …
Monday 4th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

70th anniversary of Ayr Hospital Radio

9 signatures (Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House recognises, celebrates and congratulates Ayr Hospital Radio, one of Scotland’s oldest hospital radio stations on their 70th anniversary; notes that Ayr Hospital Radio was initially established in 1953 to provide patients in Ayr Hospital with live commentary of Ayr United Football Club match days; further notes that …
Monday 4th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

Perth Racecourse and the Racecourse Association Showcase Awards 2023

9 signatures (Most recent: 12 Mar 2024)
Tabled by: Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and Kinross-shire)
That this House congratulates Perth Racecourse on its victory in the Diversity and Inclusion category of the Racecourse Association's 2023 Showcase Awards; understands that this award was in recognition of Perth Racecourse's Pride Raceday event, the first-headline billed Pride Raceday in British racing, which attracted thousands of new racegoers to …
Monday 4th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

Glencore’s mining activities in Colombia and Peru (No. 3)

25 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Tabled by: Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House expresses its concerns regarding the environmental and health impacts of the Carbones de Cerrejón open-pit coalmine in Colombia and the Antapaccay-Coroccohuayco mine in Espinar in Peru, both owned by British-registered multinational Glencore Plc; notes that eight UN Special Rapporteurs called for a halt to Cerrejón’s mining operations …
Wednesday 29th November
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

BBC investigative journalism

27 signatures (Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House deplores the announcement by the BBC that more than half the jobs on flagship weekday evening programme Newsnight will be lost as part of the latest misguided Digital First savings strategy; regrets that Newsnight will no longer screen investigative reporting and will be truncated to just thirty …
Tuesday 28th November
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th 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 …
Monday 11th December
Chris Stephens signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

John Patrick Byrne

48 signatures (Most recent: 18 Jan 2024)
Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes the sad passing of the incredibly talented artist and writer John Byrne at the age of 83; marks the high regard he is held in the global arts community; acknowledges that Renfrewshire Council awarded him the Freedom of Renfrewshire last year; observes that John grew up …



Chris Stephens mentioned in Scottish results


Scottish Government Publications
Thursday 4th January 2024
Tackling Child Poverty and Social Justice Directorate
Source Page: Bridging payment and free school meals: FOI release
Document: FOI - 202300350982 - Email correspondence 1-7 (PDF)

Found: From: [redacted] <[redacted] @hotmail.co.uk > Sent: 09 December 2021 17:47 To: Chris Stephens

Monday 6th March 2023
People Directorate
Source Page: Ministerial engagements, travel and gifts: May 2022
Document: Ministerial engagements, travel and gifts: May 2022 (Excel)

Found: Security2022-05-17 00:00:00Meeting / with MPStephen Timms MP, Chair of Work and Pensions Committee and Chris Stephens

Wednesday 22nd July 2020
Economic Development Directorate
Source Page: Garden centre, construction business and recycle centres representatives’ correspondence: FOI release
Document: FOI-202000047709 Information released - Attachment 1 (PDF)

Found: Kind regards, Chris Stephens MP Glasgow South West From: Chris.stephens.mp @parliament.uk