Andrew Rosindell's 245 Early Day Motions
21st March 2024
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 15th April 2024

Town and Country Planning

Tabled by: Edward Leigh (Conservative - Gainsborough)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Town and Country Planning (Former RAF Scampton) (Accommodation for Asylum-Seekers etc.) Special Development Order 2024 (S.I., 2024, No. 412), dated 20 March 2024, a copy of which was laid before this House on 21 March 2024, be annulled.
22 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 22
11th March 2024
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 14th March 2024

World Kidney Day 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 …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
6th March 2024
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 14th March 2024

200th anniversary of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (No. 2)

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the 200th anniversary of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution; highlights the phenomenal work that has been carried out and lives that have been saved over 200 years in communities throughout this UK; further highlights the promotional work that is being carried out during this 200th anniversary …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th January 2024
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th February 2024

Compensation for Equitable Life policyholders

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the financial, personal and social impact on policy holders following the collapse of Equitable Life Assurance Society; calls on the Treasury to ensure that all of the 1.5 billion pounds set aside for the Equitable Life Payments Scheme, is distributed to Equitable Life policyholders who suffered …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
13th December 2023
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th December 2023

Girlguiding UK and the British Overseas Territories and military bases

Tabled by: Judith Cummins (Labour - Bradford South)
That this House expresses its concern and disappointment in Girlguiding UK’s withdrawal of support in the British Overseas Territories and on military bases and the closure and sale of all their outdoor activity centres in the UK; notes this will have a detrimental impact on young women and communities within …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
4th December 2023
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th December 2023

Venezuela and Guyana

Tabled by: Daniel Kawczynski (Conservative - Shrewsbury and Atcham)
That this House recognises neither the illegitimate Socialist dictator of Venezuela as President nor his immoral and dangerous referendum to try to seize vast territory from Guyana; notes that this border was settled over 100 years ago; believes that in his attempt to distract the Venezuelan people from the economic …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th November 2023
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 30th November 2023

Dogs

Tabled by: Christopher Chope (Conservative - Christchurch)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Dangerous Dogs (Designated Types) (England and Wales) Order 2023 (S.I., 2023, No. 1164), dated 31 October 2023, a copy of which was laid before this House on 31 October 2023, be annulled.
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 8
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th November 2023
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd November 2023

80th anniversary of Canning House

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Canning House on reaching its 80th anniversary; recognises its unique contribution to the strengthening of understanding and fostering of closer British relations with Latin America, Spain and Portugal; applauds the 1st Viscount Davidson for his foresight in founding Canning House in November 1943; recognises the great …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th September 2023
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th September 2023

The Queen's Platinum Jubilee medal and Royal Air Forces Long Service and Good Conduct Medal

Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House has the utmost admiration for all those who have served in His Majesty's Armed Forces; notes that veterans who have shown outstanding dedication to their King or late Queen and country should be awarded with fitting medallic recognition; is concerned that the Ministry of Defence's medallic recognition …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
6th September 2023
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th September 2023

St Kitts and Nevis, 40th anniversary of Independence Day

Tabled by: Daniel Kawczynski (Conservative - Shrewsbury and Atcham)
That this House celebrates that Tuesday 19th September 2023 will mark the 40th anniversary of Independence of the Federation of Saint Christopher (St Kitts) and Nevis; recognises the UK’s painful history of using the Islands of St Kitts and Nevis as slave colonies; also celebrates the contributions of the Kittitians …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2023
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 19th July 2023

Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House celebrates the 40 year anniversary of the opening of the Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary in Essex; recognises that the Sanctuary lovingly provides a lifetime of help and care for horses, ponies, goats, sheep, donkeys and cats who have been subject to abuse, doing everything possible to give …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th July 2023
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 19th July 2023

25th Anniversary of the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House acknowledges the twenty-five-year anniversary of the opening of the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Wildlife Conservation Trust in Uganda; notes the Sanctuary has become a leading organisation in chimpanzee-focused environmental conservation, achieving excellence in the area of care and welfare for chimpanzees and increased public awareness of …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th July 2023
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 19th July 2023

British-Hong Kong Armed Forces veterans

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House acknowledges the successful outcome of the campaign for the right of abode for former British-Hong Kong Armed Forces, with the establishment of a new British-Hong Kong Armed Forces Veterans Settlement route allowing British-Hong Kong ex-servicemen the right to live and work in the UK; believes that those …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
14th June 2023
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Friday 16th June 2023

UK pork production

Tabled by: Ian Paisley (Democratic Unionist Party - North Antrim)
That this House acknowledges the damage sustained by UK pork producers as a result of the delay in reinstating certain processing sites' Chinese exporting licences after they were voluntarily suspended in line with UK Government advice during covid; understands that to date the suspension of export licences has cost the …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
18th May 2023
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 18th May 2023

90th anniversary of the Council for At-Risk Academics

Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House celebrates the 90th anniversary of the Council for At-Risk Academics (Cara), a charity founded – as the Academic Assistance Council – at the The Royal Society on 22 May 1933 by leading academics and scientists in the UK to rescue their counterparts in Nazi Germany who were …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2023
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Friday 3rd March 2023

The Loan Charge

Tabled by: Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House is concerned that suicides have been linked to the Loan Charge and that despite the Morse Review, thousands face unaffordable demands, with the risk of further suicides; notes that most people facing action were mis-sold schemes and that HMRC are demanding scheme users repay disputed tax; further …
118 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 33
Conservative: 16
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
25th April 2022
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 25th April 2022

Anzac Day 2022

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House remembers the heroic campaign that followed the landings of Allied forces at Anzac Cove, Gallipoli, on 25 April 1915; joins all Australians and New Zealanders in commemorating the bravery of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who, together with their British colleagues and others sacrificed so …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2022
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 28th February 2022

Jamal Edwards MBE

Tabled by: Rupa Huq (Labour - Ealing Central and Acton)
That this House remembers the life and achievements of Jamal Edwards MBE, a musical pioneer, entrepreneur, author and philanthropist born in Luton, raised in Acton, who never forgot his roots; recognises that Jamal’s work had a tremendous impact on music in the UK, notably launching SBTV, a ground-breaking platform that …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th December 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 14th December 2021

Annual Ceremony of the Christmas Cheeses

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House congratulates Dairy UK in staging the 2021 Annual Ceremony of the Christmas Cheeses, which forms the beginning of the Chelsea Pensioners' traditional Christmas celebrations; further congratulates in-pensioner Mrs Carol Knight, who was given the honour of cutting the ceremonial cheese at this historic ceremony; recognises that dairy …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th May 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 6th December 2021

Ban on trade in trophy hunting memorabilia

Tabled by: John Spellar (Labour - Warley)
That this House recognises the negative effect of the continued importation, sale and distribution of animal carcasses and body parts such as the head, hide or horns obtained through trophy hunting on the conservation efforts of endangered wildlife; highlights that the importation of trophies contributes to the decline of animal …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
12th May 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 15th November 2021

Giving every child the best start in life

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes the work of WAVE Trust and its 70/30 campaign to reduce levels of child abuse, neglect and domestic abuse by 70 per cent by 2030; further notes that over two-thirds of this House have endorsed that campaign, including a majority from all parties; recognises the role …
151 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 15
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
3rd November 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th November 2021

Recognising the 1988 massacre in Iran

Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House supports justice for the victims of the 1988 massacre in Iran; recognises that in 1988, thousands of political prisoners, as many as 30,000, were massacred based on a fatwa by Iran's Supreme Leader Khomeini primarily targeting members of the opposition PMOI (MEK) who remained committed to their …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 14
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
28th October 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 28th October 2021

Closing of Amnesty International's offices in Hong Kong

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House expresses its concern at the announcement that Amnesty International will close its two offices in Hong Kong by the end of the year; highlights that Amnesty International cites the impact of the national security law as the key factor behind the decision; acknowledges Amnesty International’s statement that …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
26th October 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 26th October 2021

Occupation of the Channel Islands during the Second World War

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House remembers the generation of people who lived on the Channel Islands during their occupation by the Nazis from 1940 to 1945; recognises the importance of erecting a civilian memorial to the individuals that lived through this awful period in the history of the islands; thanks the Jersey …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 18th October 2021

Ban on trophy hunting imports (No. 2)

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House express its great sadness at the tragic death of Sir David Amess MP while serving his constituents; pays tribute to his many years of tireless service to the people of Basildon and Southend and to the many causes of which he was a powerful champion, including the …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
18th October 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 29th September 2021

Greyhound Retirement Scheme

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes the success in its first year, of the Greyhound Board of Great Britain’s (GBGB) Greyhound Retirement Scheme (GRS); celebrates that, in the last 12 months, nearly 9,000 greyhounds have been enrolled in the scheme and benefitted from their owners and GBGB providing financial support so that …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
19th July 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 19th July 2021

Mountbatten diaries

Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House notes with concern that the personal diaries of Lord and Lady Mountbatten were purchased from the family's Broadlands Archive Trust, a decade ago, by Southampton University with a substantial sum of public money including almost £2 million from the Heritage Lottery Fund; that, until the sale to …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 11
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
21st June 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 28th June 2021

Protection of seals

Tabled by: Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward proposals to amend the Conservation of Seals Act 1970 to make it an offence committed if a person (or a third party controlled by the person, including but not limited to; dogs, drones or vessels) intentionally or recklessly kills, injures, …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st June 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 21st June 2021

The protection of black bears in Asia

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House commends the work of Animals Asia Foundation in their campaign to protect Black Bears in Asia; is horrified by the pain caused to the bears when the bile is drained from them and appalled that the bears are kept for years in rusting, cramped cages with no …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st June 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 21st June 2021

Apple Daily and freedom of speech in Hong Kong

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes its concern over the recent arrests of a further five employees of Hong Kong newspaper Apple Daily on the suspicion of national security violations; recognises the importance of a free, open and robust media for holding the powerful to account and is concerned that these arrests …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
7th June 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 10th June 2021

Reform of the Mental Health Act

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House welcomes the announcement in the Queen’s Speech on the 11 May 2021 to introduce a Bill to reform the Mental Health Act in recognition of the vast improvements in understanding and treatment of mental health disorders since the Act’s original formulation in 1983; in particular commends the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
27th May 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 27th May 2021

Fourth Plinth, Trafalgar Square

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House pays tribute to His Royal Highness, the late Duke of Edinburgh for his life of service to the nation; recognises the support that he offered to the Queen throughout their seventy-three years of marriage; acknowledges the huge impact of his work and dedication to the people of …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jun 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th May 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 27th May 2021

Harvey Tyrrell’s Law

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recalls the tragic death of Harvey Tyrrell on the 11 September 2018; understands that Harvey’s death was completely avoidable and was caused by negligence in safety standard by the pub owners; believes that the legislation regulating electrical safety was not sufficient and contributed to Harvey’s death; further …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jun 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th May 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 24th May 2021

Ban on trophy hunting imports

Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House welcomes the Government’s commitment to implementing a robust, comprehensive and world-leading ban on trophy hunting imports; agrees that the trophy hunting of animals, including those at risk of extinction, is morally reprehensible; notes the strong support for such a ban among the general public, with the most …
86 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 16
Conservative: 10
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th May 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th May 2021

Recognition of Armenian massacres as genocide

Tabled by: John Spellar (Labour - Warley)
That this House welcomes US President Biden's formal recognition of the extermination of over one million Armenians by the Ottoman Empire in 1915 as genocide; and calls on the Government to issue a similar recognition.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
11th May 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th May 2021

At home abortions

Tabled by: Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House recognises that legalising the unsupervised self-administration of both sets of abortion pills at home following a telephone or digital consultation has placed women’s safety at risk by removing a routine in-person appointment which allows medical practitioners to certify gestation and potential coercion or abuse; expresses concern that …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th April 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 26th April 2021

Ear cropping dogs

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this house notes with concern that figures released by the RSPCA show a 621 per cent increase in the number of reports of dogs who have had their ears cropped between 2015-2020, despite the practice being illegal in England and Wales; further notes that the RSPCA are concerned that …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
19th April 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st April 2021

Salute to pro-democracy campaigners in Hong Kong

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes with profound disappointment the sentencing to prison of Hong Kong pro-democracy campaigners, including Jimmy Lai; condemns the Chinese government’s clamp down on freedom of speech, movement and association in Hong Kong since the introduction of the National Security Law; salutes those arrested, tried and punished by …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
12th April 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 12th April 2021

Hong Kong British National (Overseas) assistance programme

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House acknowledges the excellent arrangements the Government is making to welcome and support Hongkongers arriving in the UK under the British National Overseas (BN(O)) visa scheme; recognises the significant cultural, economic and social boost Hongkongers will provide to communities across the UK; commends the creation of welcome hubs …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
15th March 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 15th March 2021

Anniversary of the death of John Chadwick

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House marks the anniversary of the death of John Chadwick, who took his life on 16 March 2017, after he was forced to give up his pets to move into temporary accommodation; reflects on his life and the happiness he brought to those around him; acknowledges the joy …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th March 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 8th March 2021

Uprating of state pensions

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House regrets that over half a million UK pensioners continue to have their pensions frozen as a result of where they live and notes that 90 per cent of those people live in Commonwealth countries with which the UK has strong cultural and historical ties; is further concerned …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
25th February 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd March 2021

World Hearing Day

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House commemorates World Hearing Day on 3 March 2021 by supporting the National Association of Deafened People (NADP) and the Hearing Loss and Deafness Alliance to ensure people with hearing loss have prompt and equal access to life-long learning, employment and health services as echoed by the upcoming …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 1
24th February 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd March 2021

Proposed changes to the London weighting to London universities teaching grant

Tabled by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House is deeply concerned by the Department for Education’s guidance letter issued to the Office for Students on the teaching grant for 2021-22 that pledges to remove weightings for London providers; notes that the costs of removing London weighting to the T-grant will most likely be shouldered by …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st March 2021

London Capital & Finance Plc bondholder compensation

Tabled by: Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises the significant losses of the 11,625 London Capital & Finance Plc (LC&F) bondholders who invested about £237million and may only get 20 per cent of their investment back following the scheme’s failure; notes that the Financial Services Compensation Scheme has paid £56.3 million in compensation to …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 6
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
24th February 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2021

Political and security situation in Myanmar

Tabled by: Rushanara Ali (Labour - Bethnal Green and Bow)
That this House condemns the military coup in Myanmar (Burma); demands the immediate release of all political prisoners; extends solidarity to fellow Members of Parliament who have been denied the right to exercise their democratically elected mandate; welcomes the establishment by Parliamentarians of representative committees from national, regional and state …
104 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 48
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 22nd February 2021

Right of abode for former British-Hong Kong servicemen

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution to Britain of the former Hong Kong armed forces who loyally served this country from 1857 until 1997; it acknowledges that these men and their ancestors greatly served UK commitments in South East Asia, stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Britain throughout two world wars, serving …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th February 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2021

Visiting in care homes and hospitals during the covid-19 outbreak

Tabled by: Harriet Harman (Labour - Camberwell and Peckham)
That this House notes the letter from the Chair of the Joint Committee on Human Rights to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care on the matter of visits to people in care homes and hospitals during the covid-19 outbreak; is deeply concerned about the acute distress many …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
25th January 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th February 2021

PC Yvonne Fletcher inquiry

Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House notes the significant amount of work done to identify a suspect in the murder of PC Yvonne Fletcher outside the Libyan Embassy on 17 April 1984; notes that the CPS were of the opinion that there was sufficient evidence to prosecute; regrets that the suspect was permitted …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
12th January 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th January 2021

Fetal pain

Tabled by: Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House welcomes the report on Foetal Sentience and Pain commissioned by the all-party Parliamentary pro-life group; recognises that recent research by Dr Stuart WG Derbyshire and John C Bockmann PA in the Journal of Medical Ethics supports the view that babies in the womb may feel pain from …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
25th January 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 25th January 2021

Democracy, human rights and the detention of Alexei Navalny in Russia

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House condemns the arrest and detention of Alexei Navalny by the Russian Federation; further condemns the reported arrest, detention and beating of thousands of protestors and journalists across Russia in the last week; notes that over 3,500 Russians have so far been detained following nationwide protests across the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
19th January 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Friday 22nd January 2021

Award of the George Cross to the NHS

Tabled by: Simon Hoare (Conservative - North Dorset)
That this House believes that the George Cross should be awarded to the National Health Service in recognition of its heroic role during the covid-19 pandemic; and urges the Government to make that award.
11 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
20th January 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 20th January 2021

180th anniversary of the founding of modern Hong Kong

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes that the 26th of January 2021 marks the 180th anniversary of the modern founding of Hong Kong; recognises the significant historical ties between the UK and Hong Kong; celebrates the unique history, traditions and culture of Hong Kong and its people; commends the opening of the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
30th December 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th January 2021

Holocaust Memorial Day 2021

Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2021 the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day marking the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, where an estimated 1.1 million people were murdered; commemorates the six million victims of the Holocaust; further notes that the theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2021 …
97 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 45
Scottish National Party: 30
Conservative: 7
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
17th March 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th January 2021

Water contamination in Sri Lanka

Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
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 …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
14th January 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 14th January 2021

Contribution of Havering Volunteer Centre to the response to the covid-19 outbreak

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House expresses its thanks for the efforts of the Havering Volunteer Centre who have worked tirelessly throughout the covid-19 outbreak; recognises that during the pandemic, the Havering Voluntary Centre has operated or contributed to NHS operations in Romford and across the London Borough of Havering, including with the …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th January 2021
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 6th January 2021

Arrests of democrats in Hong Kong

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes with profound concern the sweeping arrests of over 50 democrats in Hong Kong by the Hong Kong Police Force simply for having demonstrated their commitment to democracy by arranging primary elections to inform the process of candidate selection for the now cancelled elections to the Legislative …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
2nd December 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 2nd December 2020

Australian Government response to online disinformation from China

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes with profound concern the social media post made by a Chinese Communist Party official which includes a digitally-created image depicting an Australian soldier cutting the throat of a child in Afghanistan; deeply regrets China’s consistent and targeted spreading of disinformation through fabricated images, videos and disingenuous …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
23rd November 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th November 2020

VAT Retail Export Scheme

Tabled by: Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House expresses its concern at the Government's decision to abolish the VAT Retail Export Scheme, otherwise known as tax-free shopping, from 1 January 2021 with inaccurate determinations having been made of the impact of that decision; acknowledges that since that decision was announced, businesses have been facing the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 11
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
25th November 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 25th November 2020

Belle Vue Greyhound Stadium

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the historic Belle Vue Greyhound Stadium in Manchester was the first purpose-built dog track in the United Kingdom when it opened in 1926; notes that it has also been used for speedway and stock car racing; understands that it is now subject to closure due to …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
19th November 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th November 2020

British Overseas Territories Citizenship

Tabled by: Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Streatham)
That this House notes under the British Nationality Act 1981 children born outside of marriage to British Overseas Territories fathers, before the 1st July 2006 are deemed illegitimate and are prevented from inheriting their father’s citizenship by descent; further notes that this does not apply if the child’s mother is …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th November 2020

International Day of People with Disabilities

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises 3 December is the International Day of People with Disabilities, a day to celebrate disabled people and champion their abilities; supports the United Nation’s work surrounding this campaign, notes this year’s theme is entitled not all disabilities are visible, which aims to spread awareness and understanding …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
3rd November 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 16th November 2020

Places of worship

Tabled by: John Spellar (Labour - Warley)
That this House recognises the considerable role played by places of worship of all faiths in providing support to communities and individuals; is deeply concerned at the impact on mental health and personal wellbeing, especially on the the elderly, of the closure of places of worship during the period of …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
4th November 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 4th November 2020

Falkland Islands mine-free declaration

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the Falkland Islands will officially be declared mine-free on November 14 2020, fulfilling the UK's commitment of its clearance obligation under the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention; notes that with this declaration the entire UK and her Overseas Territories will be mine-free; pays tribute to the members …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 8
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th September 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st October 2020

A covid-19 recovery mental health strategy for children

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House notes that a survey by the mental health charity Re-Think found that one third of children feel more anxious, sad and stressed now than before lockdown; further notes that the charity Action for Children has asked the Government to prioritise children’s mental health in covid-19 recovery planning …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th October 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th October 2020

Shelling of Shushi cathedral

Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House expresses concern on reports of the shelling of Shushi cathedral in Nagono-Karabakh by the Azerbaijan military; condemns this attack on a civilian site; further condemns the military targeting of a cultural heritage site, an act which constitutes a war crime under international law; expresses great relief that …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
28th September 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 5th October 2020

Removal of requirement to publicise Planning Notices in local newspapers

Tabled by: Barry Gardiner (Labour - Brent North)
This House recognises that local and regional newspapers, in print and digital form, reach 40.6 million people each week across the UK; notes that they perform vital democratic functions by nurturing debate, investigating local issues and running powerful campaigns that foster community identity and hold vested interests to account; considers …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th September 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 29th September 2020

Disqualification of the President of Catalonia

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes its great concern at the decision of the Spanish Supreme Court to remove the President of Catalonia, Quim Torra, from office by banning him from holding public posts; notes that that decision was taken because banners calling for support of the rights of Catalan political prisoners …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
29th September 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 29th September 2020

Government funding for zoos and aquariums

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House is concerned that not a single zoo has yet benefited from the Government’s Zoo Animals Fund and that very few are likely to stand to benefit from that funding; notes that, including the previous Zoo Support Fund, only 2 per cent of the Government’s support funds for …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 7
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd September 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Friday 25th September 2020

Maira Shahbaz and child abduction, forced conversion and marriage in Pakistan

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House notes with grave concern reports from Pakistan on Maira Shahbaz, a 14-year-old Christian girl who was abducted at gunpoint from the streets of Madina Town in Faisalabad by three men, forced to convert to Islam and then marry one of her abductors, Mr. Nakash; is further concerned …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 2
10th September 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 24th September 2020

The global wildlife trade and prevention of future zoonotic pandemics

Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House notes with concern the increased risks of future pandemics from the continued exploitation and commodification of wildlife in the global wildlife trade; further notes that zoonotic diseases are responsible for over two billion cases of human illness and over two million human deaths each year, that sixty …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
22nd September 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd September 2020

The Maltby Miners Welfare Institute

Tabled by: Alexander Stafford (Conservative - Rother Valley)
That this House notes the proposed sale of the Maltby Miners Welfare Institute, the Stute, by CISWO, the coal mining charity; acknowledges that miners have paid for the Stute over the years out of their wages to safeguard their mining heritage; is disappointed that CISWO has chosen to put the …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th September 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Friday 18th September 2020

Ban on goods produced by state-sponsored forced labour

Tabled by: Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House welcomes the United States Department of Home Security issuing five Withhold Release Orders which will ban the import of products from the People’s Republic of China produced with state-sponsored forced labour in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region where the Chinese Communist Party government is engaged in systematic …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th July 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th July 2020

20th anniversary of Orangutan Appeal UK

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the national and international importance of Orangutan Appeal UK on its 20th anniversary and the fantastic work of Chairperson and Founder, Susan Sheward MBE; congratulates the organisation on its substantial milestone; commends its award-winning conservation work, especially that dedicated to rehabilitating, protecting and conserving critically endangered …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
16th June 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 16th June 2020

China's new National Security Law for Hong Kong

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes with surprise and concern the decision by HSBC Bank Plc and Standard Chartered Plc to support China’s proposals for a new National Security Law in Hong Kong; recognises that financial institutions, particularly those enjoying the benefits and protections of being based in the UK, have a …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
8th June 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2020

Safari parks

Tabled by: George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes with concern that safari parks remain listed as businesses required to remain closed during the covid-19 lockdown; further notes that safari parks are drive-through operations with a built-in element of social distancing; draws attention to the suggestion from representatives from English safari parks that legislative proposals …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th June 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th June 2020

Chester Zoo

Tabled by: Angela Eagle (Labour - Wallasey)
That this House is concerned that Chester Zoo, and other zoos will not be able to reopen alongside ticketed gardens and non-essential retail; is further concerned that no date for the reopening of zoos has been announced; recognises the enormous contribution Chester Zoo makes to the local economy, to educating …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd June 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2020

UK law on disability-selective abortion

Tabled by: Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House notes with concern the discrimination inherent in current UK abortion law that allows abortion up to birth for children diagnosed with cleft lip, cleft palate and clubfoot; that such disability-selective abortion up to birth is underreported according to the Department for Health and Social Care; recognises that …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Alba Party: 1
21st April 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 27th April 2020

Support for small limited companies

Tabled by: Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House commends the Chancellor’s job retention schemes to help the employed and the self-employed during the covid-19 outbreak; in addition acknowledges that thousands of people working in a creative freelance capacity are excluded from those schemes; notes that directors of small limited companies that are often comprised of …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th March 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd April 2020

The use of live animals for warfare experiments

Tabled by: Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion)
That this House notes with concern that each year, thousands of animals including monkeys, mice, pigs and guinea pigs are experimented on using chemical, biological and other weapons, causing prolonged and extensive suffering; notes that while these experiments are not conducted to develop or test offensive weapons, suffering can continue …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 33
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
24th March 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th March 2020

Hong Kong and Magnitsky-style sanctions

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes with profound concern the ongoing breaches by China and its controlled regime in Hong Kong of basic principles of human rights and specifically of the Sino-British Joint Declaration on Hong Kong; welcomes the commitment by Her Majesty’s Government to develop a regime for the introduction of …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
18th March 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 23rd March 2020

Co-operation between Blind Veterans UK and the Blinded Veterans Association of America

Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House celebrates the forthcoming 75th anniversary on 28 March 2020 of the Blinded Veterans Association of America and recognises its close and developing partnership with Blind Veterans UK, formerly known as St Dunstan’s, in the area of research into sight loss; acknowledges the unique value of the proposed …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 15
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
18th March 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 23rd March 2020

Repatriation of UK nationals from countries that have closed borders

Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House notes that as a result of the covid-19 outbreak, a number of countries have closed their borders to contain the virus; notes that as a result many UK subjects are stranded; calls on the Government to negotiate with all countries where borders have closed, ways of repatriating …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 5 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
5th February 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th February 2020

Permanent Funding for the National Wildlife Crime Unit

Tabled by: John Spellar (Labour - Warley)
That this House notes the success of the UK National Wildlife Crime Unit through its intelligence-led role in the prevention and detection of crimes relating to a wide range of wildlife issues; recognises that the unit provides specialist skills, knowledge and expertise to the Police, UK Border Force, HM Revenue …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 4
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alliance: 1
27th January 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 27th January 2020

Police conduct in Hong Kong and international human rights law

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House welcomes the inauguration of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Hong Kong to promote democracy and the rule of law, and to defend human rights in Hong Kong, to share information about Hong Kong, and to nurture relations between the United Kingdom and the people of Hong Kong; …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
9th January 2020
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd January 2020

Ban on trophy hunting imports

Tabled by: Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House welcomes the Government's public consultation on controls on the import and export of hunting trophies; notes the strong cross-party support for EDM 1829, Session 2017-19 and that 86 per cent of the British public support an end to trophy hunting; further notes that most UK trophy imports …
168 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 77
Scottish National Party: 42
Conservative: 16
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
19th December 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 20th December 2019

Big Ben chiming on the day of Brexit

Tabled by: Mark Francois (Conservative - Rayleigh and Wickford)
That this House notes the ongoing refurbishment works on the Elizabeth Tower and the fact that during this period Big Ben currently only chimes for Remembrance Sunday and New Year's Eve; further notes that the United Kingdom will now leave the European Union at 11.00pm GMT on 31 January 2020; …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 42
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 1
Reform UK: 1
23rd October 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2019

Persecution of Christians

Tabled by: Jeremy Hunt (Conservative - South West Surrey)
That this House notes the 2019 report of Aid to the Church in Need entitled Persecuted and Forgotten? which shows that the Christian population of Iraq has declined by 90 per cent within a generation from 1.5 million before 2003 to less than 150,000 today; recognises that any Daesh resurgence …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 15
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
22nd October 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2019

Welfare and survival of Asian elephants used in tourism

Tabled by: Rupa Huq (Labour - Ealing Central and Acton)
That this House is concerned about the increasing risk of extinction to Asian elephants; notes that in India and South East Asia some Asian elephants are snatched from the wild when very young, deprived of food and water for months whilst tightly confined in cages, beaten and stabbed with iron …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th October 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2019

Jailing of Catalan political and civic leaders

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House expresses deep concern at the verdict of the Spanish Supreme Court in finding 12 Catalan political and civic leaders guilty of sedition, embezzlement of public funds and disobedience in relation to the 2017 referendum on Catalan independence and at the imposition of jail sentences of between nine …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
14th October 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2019

Baby Loss Awareness Week

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that 9-15 October is Baby Loss Awareness Week; offers sincere sympathy to those families who have lost precious babies; notes the wonderful remembrance services that take place across the UK throughout the week; and urges those who have lost a baby to use this opportunity to …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th October 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2019

Athletics World Championships

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the British golds in the Women's heptathlon and 200m at the Athletics World Championships; congratulates Katarina Johnson-Thompson and Dina Asher-Smith on their tremendous achievements as well as the rest of team GB; thanks the coaches and those who put so much time and effort behind the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
17th October 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 24th October 2019

Safety of taxi and private hire sector

Tabled by: Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House notes the hard work of the taxi and private hire trade, and that some of the legislation which governs licensing in the industry is dated back to 1847; recognises that new technology and changing transport needs mean than the UK desperately needs updated legislation; notes that the …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
3rd September 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019

HONG KONG CITIZENS

Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House calls on the Government to seek agreement with some of the other 53 Commonwealth countries to provide Hong Kong citizens with a second citizenship and potential place of abode; insists that the UK will not accept the abandonment of the so-called two systems in one country, guaranteed …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd July 2019
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SUPPORTING NEWS ON LOCAL COMMERCIAL RADIO

Tabled by: Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House recognises the important role of commercial radio as a trusted source of news, information and entertainment for a diverse range of audiences across the UK; understands that radio now operates in a highly competitive digital audio market that includes streaming services which threaten the future viability of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
27th June 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 27th June 2019

ORANGUTAN APPEAL UK

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House acknowledges the extraordinary and invaluable work undertaken by Orangutan Appeal UK and Chairperson and Founder Susan Sheward MBE; welcomes the close co-operation of the charity with the Sabah Wildlife Department in Malaysian Borneo for the last 19 years; commends them for providing support and raising worldwide awareness …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th June 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 13th June 2019

UN INTERNATIONAL DAY COMMEMORATING THE VICTIMS OF ACTS OF VIOLENCE BASED ON RELIGION OR BELIEF

Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House welcomes the establishment by the UN General Assembly of the UN International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief on 22 August each year; is deeply concerned that acts of violence based on religion or belief are increasing all over the …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
6th June 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 6th June 2019

VALUING SAFE AND SECURE TAXIS

Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House values the role that taxis play in providing safe and secure publicly hired transport to a high standard; is concerned that this is being undermined by less regulated Privately Hired Vehicles (PHVs), not licensed to ply for hire; believes that the problem is exacerbated by the fact …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th April 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd May 2019

ISLAMIC REVOLUTIONARY GUARD CORPS

Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House strongly condemns suppression of the Iranian people by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and its fostering of terrorism in the region; notes the US Authorities' decision to designate the IRGC as a foreign terrorist organisation; agrees that the Iran regime is the greatest threat not only …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th April 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019

Exiting the European Union

Tabled by: William Cash (Conservative - Stone)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 (Exit Day) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 859), dated 11 April 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 11 April 2019, be annulled.
82 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 69
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Non-affiliated: 1
28th March 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 1st April 2019

CATALAN UK OFFICES YELLOW RIBBON

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes with puzzlement the decision of the Spanish Electoral Board, the body charged with the conduct of the forthcoming Spanish General Election, in ordering the removal of a yellow ribbon sign from the balcony of the Catalan Delegation to the UK's offices in Central London, the yellow …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
27th March 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 1st April 2019

2019 LOAN CHARGE IMPLEMENTATION

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House condemns the UK Government and HMRC's implementation of the 2019 LoanCharge; notes the 2019 Loan Charge was introduced by the Treasury to tackle disguised remuneration tax avoidance schemes through which loans were paid instead of regular forms of remuneration; is dismayed by reports that HMRC's handling of …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th March 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 1st April 2019

MASS KILLING IN NEW ZEALAND

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses grave and deep concern at the mass killing of worshippers at mosques in New Zealand; conveys sincere sympathy for their families and community who mourn at this time; condemns all those involved in any form of terrorism and reiterates that there can be no justification for …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th February 2019
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POLITICAL TRIALS IN MADRID AND THE EU

Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House condemns the political show trials of Catalan democrats in Madrid of democratically elected politicians who held a peaceful and democratically convened referendum; and calls on the leaders in Europe not to be silent.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
22nd January 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th February 2019

TERRORIST ATTACK IN NAIROBI, KENYA IN JANUARY 2019

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the terrorist attack on the DusitD2 compound hotel complex in Nairobi Kenya in January 2019; conveys its sympathy to the families of all of those who were killed by this act of terrorism; looks forward to a speedy recovery for those who were injured; and reaffirms …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
22nd January 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th February 2019

CANCER FOCUS NI 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Cancer Focus NI; thanks all the staff, counsellors and volunteers for their vital contribution over the years and for the encouragement and support they have given to those suffering from cancer and to their families; and wishes every success to that organisation …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
15th January 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th February 2019

MICHAEL SCHUMACHER'S 50TH BIRTHDAY

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 50th Birthday of racing legend Michael Schumacher; thanks him for the record-breaking Formula One racing which has been enjoyed by thousands throughout the years; and further conveys to Michael best wishes for a return to full health and strength and best wishes to his family …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 1
9th January 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th February 2019

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2019

Tabled by: Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2019 the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day marking the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, where an estimated 1.1 million people were murdered; commemorates the six million victims of the Holocaust; further notes that the theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2019 …
112 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 51
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 18
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 9
The Independent Group for Change: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th January 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th February 2019

PROTECTION FOR COMPANION DOGS

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses concern about the number of companion pet dogs which are injured or killed in incidents with other dogs; notes that more than 60,000 dogs die each year in these incidents; expresses dismay at the trauma felt by families when their cherished pets are killed; notes that …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
29th January 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 31st January 2019

BIRD COUNT

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House fully supports the Big Farmland Bird Counts for February 2019; urges landowners and farmers to participate; and thanks all volunteers for their efforts and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs for its encouragement for the Bird Count.
23 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
24th January 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 31st January 2019

INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES 2019

Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House welcomes the launch of the International Year of Indigenous Languages 2019; recognises the rich diversity of indigenous languages spoken across the British Isles including Scottish Gaelic, Scots, Welsh, Doric, Romany, Cornish, Irish Gaelic and British Sign Language; welcomes the UN’s recognition of the importance of these languages …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
29th January 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th January 2019

TRIAL OF CATALAN POLITICIANS

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House expresses concern about the imminent trial of 18 Catalan politicians and civic leaders regarding their role in the 2017 independence referendum; notes that nine Catalan politicians and civic leaders are being held in preventative detention; further notes that all have been charged with sedition and rebellion, charges …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
22nd January 2019
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd January 2019

CENTENARY OF THE GOVERNMENT CHIEF WHIP'S OFFICE

Tabled by: Lord McLoughlin (Conservative - Derbyshire Dales)
That this House congratulates the Office of the Government Chief Whip on reaching its centenary year; further congratulates Sir Roy Stone, Principal Private Secretary, on his knighthood in the 2019 New Year's Honours list; notes that Sir Roy is only the fourth person since 1919 to hold the position of …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 27
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th May 2018
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 17th January 2019

THE 2019 LOAN CHARGE

Tabled by: Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House expresses its concern at the 2019 Loan Charge; notes that it is retrospective applying back to 1999; further notes that as a result of the introduction of IR35, umbrella companies were set up and recommended by professional advisers and employment agencies; recognises that the Charge will affect …
152 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Conservative: 31
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
12th November 2018
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 12th November 2018

REMEMBERING HMY IOLAIRE

Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House remembers that more than 200 sailors lost their lives when HMY Iolaire sank on 1 January 1919 as it approached Stornoway Harbour bringing sailors home from the war, just yards from shore and within sight of home; and commends all those in Na h-Eileanan an lar involved …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 15
Conservative: 11
Independent: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
17th July 2018
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 22nd October 2018

PRE-STUNNING AND ANIMAL SLAUGHTER

Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House recognises that there is public concern about meat slaughtered in accordance with religious beliefs and thus not been pre-stunned, being sold or served to consumers who do not require their meat to be prepared in this way; further recognises that there are calls for such meat to …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Conservative: 21
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 4
Crossbench: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
13th September 2018
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FREE BRITISH PASSPORT UPGRADE

Tabled by: Martin Vickers (Conservative - Cleethorpes)
That this House believes that leaving the EU gives the UK a unique opportunity to restore its national identity; supports the Government's announcement that passports will return to their traditional, iconic blue and gold design; and encourages the Government to offer free replacements to the first 10,000 British applicants.
11 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th July 2018
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 19th July 2018

ATTEMPTED BOMBING OF IRANIAN OPPOSITION IN PARIS

Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House strongly condemns the attempted bombing at the gathering of the Iranian opposition in Paris, Free Iran - The Altemative; notes Belgian prosecutors have announced that two Belgian nationals of Iranian origin were charged with attempted terrorist murder and the preparation of a terrorist offence and both are …
75 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Conservative: 19
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
10th July 2018
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th July 2018

GEORGIA 100TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Jonathan Djanogly (Conservative - Huntingdon)
That this House congratulates the people of Georgia on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the declaration of independence; welcomes the growth of political relations and cooperation in a variety of fields between the UK and Georgia, including intensifying inter-parliamentary cooperation; encourages further development of bilateral trade, economic and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 10
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th June 2018
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 7th June 2018

CATALONIA AND SPAIN

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the formation of new governments in both Catalonia and Spain and hopes that members of both parliaments can begin the necessary process of respectful, positive dialogue; and requests that Catalan political prisoners be released from jail and those in exile, not least Clara Ponsati in Scotland, …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
5th June 2018
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th June 2018

POST OFFICE COUNTER SERVICE IN MEMBERS' LOBBY

Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House greatly values the service, over decades, of the Post Office counter staff in the Members' Lobby Post Office; views with concern the proposal to shut down the counter service in that Office; regrets that hon. Members have not had this properly drawn to their attention; acknowledges that …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Conservative: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd May 2018
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 4th June 2018

BANNING A24 TRAPS THAT KILL HEDGEHOGS

Tabled by: Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House cherishes hedgehogs as a valuable part of native British wildlife and their contribution in controlling populations of slugs and snails in gardens; welcomes their designation as a protected species; is very concerned at the findings of the 2018 report, entitled The State of British Hedgehogs, that hedgehog …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st May 2018
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd May 2018

CONDEMNATION OF INDIAN FLAG BURNING

Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House condemns in the strongest possible terms the desecration of the Indian flag in Parliament Square on 18 April 2018; further condemns the timing of this action as it coincided with the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting and was deeply insulting to both the Indian diaspora and the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 1
19th April 2018
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 19th April 2018

WINDRUSH 70TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes that 22 June 2018 will be the 70th anniversary of the arrival of the HMT Empire Windrush at Tilbury Docks carrying passengers from the Caribbean; further notes with gratitude that many Windrush passengers had previously served in the UK armed forces during the Second World War; …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th February 2018
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th February 2018

SELF-DETERMINATION FOR A DISTINCT COLONY OF THE CROWN NORFOLK ISLAND

Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House supports the right of self-determination of Norfolk Island, which was until recently a limited self-governing territory attached initially to the UK and then to Australia, but was always a distinct colony of the British crown; calls for the self-determination of Norfolk Island in line with the UN …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd February 2018
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 26th February 2018

SPANISH THREAT OF DIRECT RULE ON LANGUAGE IN CATALONIA

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House condemns the Spanish Government's plans to impose direct rule over language provision in Catalonian schools; recognises that Catalonia is an autonomous self-governing community and reserves the right to ensure Catalan is the working language used in its schools; rejects the Spanish Government's plans which would divide Catalonian …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
6th December 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th December 2017

ROYAL HOSPITAL CEREMONY OF THE CHRISTMAS CHEESES

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House congratulates The Dairy Council in staging the 2017 Annual Ceremony of the Christmas Cheeses, which forms the beginning of the Chelsea Pensioners' traditional Christmas celebrations; further congratulates in-pensioner Mr Leo Tighe, who was given the honour of cutting the cheese at this historic ceremony; recognises that dairy …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
23rd November 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd November 2017

PDSA 100TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution of the People's Dispensary for Sick animals, known as the PDSA, and its founder Maria Dickin C.B.E., to the welfare of animals throughout the UK on its 100th anniversary; recognises that the network of the PDSA's 48 pet hospitals with dedicated staff treats …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th November 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th November 2017

RIGHT OF ABODE FOR FORMER BRITISH-HONG KONG SERVICEMEN

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution to Britain of the former Hong Kong armed forces from 1857 until 1997; believes that those remaining soldiers of the Hong Kong Military Service Corps and the Hong Kong Royal Naval Service who did not receive a UK passport following the handover of …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
31st October 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th November 2017

ROLE OF IRAN'S ISLAMIC REVOLUTIONARY GUARD CORPS

Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House joins the Government to express serious concerns over the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) role in human rights violations in Iran and support for terrorism abroad, including destabilising activities in the region and reports of Iran's links and backing of military and proscribed groups; notes that the …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Conservative: 16
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
7th November 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th November 2017

FLYING OFFICER HUGH P BUCHANAN

Tabled by: Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House notes the recent passing of Flying Officer Hugh P Buchanan, and sends sympathy to his widow Doris Conway Buchanan; commits as part of Remembrance Day 2017 to remember his service in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War in defence of Britain; further notes …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th November 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 6th November 2017

CENTENARY OF THE BOLSHEVIK REVOLUTION

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes, with great regret, that 7 November 2017 marks 100 years since Russia's Bolshevik Revolution which subsequently demonstrated, time and again, that Communism is a murderous political ideology, incompatible with liberty, self-government and the dignity of human beings, and injurious to the national, ethnic and religious traditions …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
1st November 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 1st November 2017

DECLINE OF NORTHERN ROCKHOPPER PENGUIN IN TRISTAN DA CUNHA

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House congratulates Mrs Iris Green, the Post Mistress of the world's most remote inhabited island and her colleagues from the UK Overseas Territory of Tristan da Cunha for their unstinting work to make the world aware of the danger to its unique wildlife and their habitats with the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017

75th ANNIVERSARY OF THE SEIZURE OF ENIGMA DOCUMENTS FROM THE U-559

Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House salutes the extraordinary courage of the three crew members of HMS Petard who, on 30 October 1942, boarded the sinking German submarine U-559 in circumstances of extreme peril; recognises that the Enigma material they retrieved proved vital in saving countless Allied ships and lives; deeply regrets that …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Conservative: 19
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
6th September 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th September 2017

COMMONWEALTH LEADERSHIP TO END MODERN SLAVERY

Tabled by: Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House welcomes the opportunity presented by the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 2018 in London, for the Commonwealth to take a leading role in ending modern slavery and achieving SDG 8.7 in Member States; notes, with regret and concern, that the Commonwealth is disproportionately affected by modern slavery; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
26th April 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 26th April 2017

ANZAC DAY 2017

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House remembers the heroic campaign that followed the landings of allied forces at Anzac Cove, Gallipoli on 25 April 1915; joins with all Australians and New Zealanders in commemorating the bravery of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who, together with their British colleagues and others, sacrificed …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
15th March 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017

ST PATRICK'S DAY

Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward legislative proposals to provide for St Patrick's Day, on 17 March each year, to become an annual public holiday in Northern Ireland; recognises that a shared celebration of St Patrick, as a common symbol for all the people of Northern …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th March 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017

LEYTON ORIENT FC

Tabled by: John Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House notes with deep concern that a winding-up order has been served on Leyton Orient FC by HM Revenue and Customs due to non-payment of taxes by the club's owner, Francesco Becchetti; further notes Mr Becchetti's highly dubious business record, including a criminal investigation by the Albanian Government, …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 8
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd March 2017
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th March 2017

IRAN'S INFLUENCE IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House is extremely concerned by the growing domestic human rights violations in Iran and the high number of executions; highlights the role of Islamic Revolutionary Guards' (IRGC) increase in its domestic crackdown, including the arrest of activists, dissidents and dual nationals on trumped-up charges; is very disturbed by …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th December 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th December 2016

LINCOLN CLOSE ILLUMINATIONS 2016

Tabled by: David Morris (Conservative - Morecambe and Lunesdale)
That this House notes that on 4 December 2016 the hon. Member for Morecambe and Lunesdale, Gilly from BBC Radio Lancashire and Dr Alison Birtle, a clinical oncologist, switched on the Christmas lights in Lincoln Close, Westgate; further notes that the lights will be on for the full Christmas period …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
13th December 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016

CHRISTMAS WISHES

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House reaffirms the right of every person in this country to use the phrase Happy Christmas; and encourages communities to remember and celebrate the real reason for Christmas which is the birth of Christ and to take the opportunity to enjoy time with loved ones as we a …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Labour: 1
12th December 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016

PROTECTION OF CHRISTIANS IN EYGPT

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the attack on the Christian Coptic Church in Cairo, Egypt by Islamic extremists; sends its support to the Christians in Egypt and calls for more protection for Christians; and further calls on the Government to offer assistance to President el-Sisi on his efforts to combat violent …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th December 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016

SIGNS OF CHRISTIANITY IN THE WORKPLACE

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the report by the Equality and Human Rights Commission which highlights the overzealous approach of some employers to ensuring there is no sign of Christianity in work places, including the discrete wearing of crosses; expresses concern that this approach is tantamount to the persecution of Christians …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
6th December 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016

HUMAN RIGHTS DAY 2016 (No. 2)

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House acknowledges that Human Rights Day, on 10 December 2016, provides a timely reminder of how important it is that all those who defend human rights around the world are safe from attack, that all people have the freedom of thought, conscience and religion and can claim their …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th December 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016

DEATH OF POLITICAL PRISONERS IN IRAN

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is alarmed by evidence which shows that a mass murder of political prisoners took place in Iran in or about the summer of 1988 and that those killed are buried in mass graves at Khavaran Cemetery and other locations in Iran; and believes the illegal killing of …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th December 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016

TITANIC BELFAST

Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House congratulates Titanic Belfast on being named the world's leading tourist attraction by World Travel Awards only months after being crowned Europe's leading visitor attraction; notes that this is the first time an attraction from the island of Ireland has won the esteemed honour; acknowledges that it has …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th December 2016
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ROYAL HOSPITAL CEREMONY OF THE CHRISTMAS CHEESES

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House congratulates The Dairy Council in staging the 2016 Annual Ceremony of the Christmas Cheeses, which forms the beginning of the Chelsea Pensioners' traditional Christmas celebrations; further congratulates in-pensioner, Mary Johnston, who was given the honour of cutting the cheese at this historic ceremony; notes that dairy products …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
1st November 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd November 2016

DEATH OF THE KING OF THAILAND

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House sends its condolences to the royal family of Thailand, the people of Thailand and the Thai diaspora community in the UK following the death of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who ruled Thailand for more than 70 years and was greatly respected at home and around the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
1st November 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd November 2016

ENGLAND VS SCOTLAND AND WEARING THE POPPY

Tabled by: Ian Murray (Labour - Edinburgh South)
That this House calls on FIFA to permit the teams of both England and Scotland to commemorate those that gave the ultimate sacrifice by wearing the poppy during their World Cup qualifying match at Wembley on Armistice Day; notes that the poppy should not be seen as a political symbol …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
26th October 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd November 2016

JIMMY PERRY AND DAD'S ARMY

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses sorrow at the passing of Jimmy Perry, the creator, writer and inspiration for the popular television show Dad's Army; recognises all the joy and laughter that his skill provided homes across the UK as one of the finest quintessential British televison shows; and passes on sincere …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th October 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd November 2016

BRITISH PUB WEEK 2016

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes British Pub Week which runs from 28 October until 5 November 2016; supports the aims of British Pub Week to celebrate the great British pub, to unite the pub sector and to encourage people up and down the country to visit pubs; encourages people to visit …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th October 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd November 2016

REGULATION OF BLACK TAXIS AND MINICABS

Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House is concerned that companies such as Uber, that use smartphone apps, continue to entrench their market position while routinely flouting the law governing the taxi and mincab industry; welcomes Mayor Sadiq Khan and Transport for London's position that a statutory definition of plying for hire is needed …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th October 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd November 2016

FOUR NATIONS RUGBY LEAGUE

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes the Four Nations Rugby League tournament between England, Scotland, New Zealand and Australia; further welcomes the players and staff of the visiting New Zealand and Australian rugby league teams to the UK for the tournament; wishes all involved well in what will be an outstanding tournament …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th October 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd November 2016

LYME DISEASE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises that tick-borne infection is one of the fastest growing types of disease in the western world; acknowledges the low standard of care that is being provided to sufferers of Lyme disease in the UK; understands that death may be caused by complications associated with the disease; …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
23rd May 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd November 2016

ORGANISED DOG FIGHTING

Tabled by: Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House regrets, despite it being illegal for 200 years, that organised dog fighting is still a daily occurrence in the UK; abhors this horrendous abuse as among the worst that can be inflicted on an animal; believes that penalties should be increased to ensure that the punishment reflects …
149 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 67
Scottish National Party: 40
Conservative: 14
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th November 2016

PRESERVATION OF HMS PRESIDENT (1918) AND LIBOR FUNDING

Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House recognises the great historical significance of the World War One submarine-hunter, the former Q-ship, HMS President; further recognises her service to the country through both World Wars, and in the Cold War as Drill Ship for the London Division, Royal Naval Reserve; acknowledges her value as a …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
8th November 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th November 2016

TRIGGERING OF ARTICLE 50

Tabled by: John Penrose (Conservative - Weston-super-Mare)
That this House supports the triggering of Article 50 of the Treaty on the European Union according to the Government's timetable.
40 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 35
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 1
2nd November 2016
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BRITISH OVERSEAS TERRITORIES, CROWN DEPENDENCIES AND REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution by members of the Her Majesty's armed services from each of the British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies in wars and conflicts over the centuries, fighting for Queen, or King and Country; believes that the sacrifices of all these brave men and women …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd November 2016

THE NATIONAL ANTHEM AND BBC1

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House calls upon the British Broadcasting Corporation to restore the British National Anthem on BBC1 at the end of each day's programming, before the switch over to BBC News 24; regrets the decision on the 3 October 1997 to play God Save The Queen on BBC1 for the …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th October 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th October 2016

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ABERFAN DISASTER

Tabled by: Gerald Jones (Labour - Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney)
That this House sends a message of wholehearted support to the people of Aberfan, Merthyr Vale and surrounding communities in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the Aberfan Disaster on 21 October 1966 that resulted in the loss of 116 children and 28 adults, an event of such unimaginable and …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th September 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th October 2016

60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ISLE OF MAY'S STATUS AS A NATIONAL NATURE RESERVE AND 200th ANNIVERSARY OF ITS MAIN LIGHTHOUSE

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Isle of May's status as a national nature reserve, as well as the 200th anniversary of its main lighthouse which is Scotland's oldest still in operation; notes the lighthouse, designed by Robert Stevenson, is now solar powered having been Scotland's first …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
13th September 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th October 2016

HUMAN RIGHTS AND DISPLACED PEOPLE IN IRAQ

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the human rights abuse and persecution of Christians, Yazidis and other ethnic groups in Iraq; calls for financial assistance for displaced persons in Kurdistan in Iraq; further calls for a fair distribution of aid from Baghdad to Kurdistan's regional government for the displaced persons; and calls …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th September 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th October 2016

POLAR OCEAN CHALLENGE

Tabled by: James Gray (Conservative - North Wiltshire)
That this House congratulates the great British explorer David Hempleman-Adams and his team on-board the 42 foot aluminium hulled yacht, Northabout, for successfully transiting the North East Passage and the North West Passage, thereby circumnavigating the North Pole in a single Arctic summer on 12 September 2016; notes that this …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 8
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th September 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th October 2016

SOUTH KOREAN DOG MEAT TRADE

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is appalled that in South Korea, the venue for the 2018 Winter Olympics, millions of dogs a year are farmed for human consumption, during which time they are kept in appalling conditions in tiny, barren wire cages and exposed to extreme temperatures before being cruelly killed by …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th September 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th October 2016

DEATH OF POLITICAL PRISONERS IN IRAN IN 1988

Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House notes that the audio file of Ayatollah Montrazeri, former heir to Khomeini, in 1988, reveals new evidence about the massacre of more than 30,000 political prisoners in Iran's prisons in the summer of 1988 including women and children and all political prisoners who supported the opposition movement …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 14
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th July 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016

RETIREMENT OF NOLEEN DELENEY

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the vitally important contribution made by Noleen Deleney to the catering services of the House of Commons on the occasion of her retirement from the House after 29 years of dedicated service; acknowledges her immense contribution in ensuring members feel welcomed and able to carry out …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 24
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
24th May 2016
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RIGHT OF ABODE FOR FORMER BRITISH-HONG KONG SERVICEMEN

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution to Britain of the former Hong Kong armed forces from 1857 until 1997; believes that those remaining soldiers of the Hong Kong Military Service Corps and the Hong Kong Royal Naval Service who did not receive a UK passport following the handover of …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 26
Conservative: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th May 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th May 2016

VICTIMS OF IRA LIBYAN SEMTEX

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House believes that it is the first duty of government to protect and promote the interest and well-being of its citizens, and therefore records its dismay at the failure of successive UK administrations to protect and promote the interests of the innocent victims of IRA/Libyan Semtex, their dependents …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th May 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th May 2016

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House observes that 8 November 2015 was the 50th anniversary of the creation of the British Indian Ocean Territory, the purpose of which was to build a US base on Diego Garcia; notes that an agreement between the UK and the US of 30 December 1966 made provision …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Conservative: 7
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Non-affiliated: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th April 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 9th May 2016

PET INSURANCE

Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House recognises that Royal Sun Alliance (RSA) is one of the largest pet insurance providers in the UK, selling its products via its More Than brand and underwriting pet insurance sold by Tesco; notes with concern RSA's recent decision to introduce a preferred referral network within these policies, …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th April 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 9th May 2016

CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING AGE

Tabled by: Lord Mann (Non-affiliated - Bassetlaw)
That this House commends the work of Vicki Cristofis and her campaign to raise awareness of the risks of cervical cancer; notes that cervical cancer affects women of all ages, including young people; further notes that the cervical cancer screening programme saves around 5,000 lives every year in the UK; …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th April 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 9th May 2016

PARKINSON'S AWARENESS WEEK

Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes that Parkinson's awareness week offers the opportunity for the wider community to become more knowledgeable about those having to deal with the condition; commends the tens of thousands of carers, families and volunteers for Parkinson's UK who are raising millions for the charity on a regular …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th April 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 9th May 2016

HOUSE OF COMMONS LIBRARY

Tabled by: Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall South)
That this House commends the work of the House of Commons Library; acknowledges that as servants of the House, the Library's work is held in the highest esteem by hon. Members on both sides of the House; praises the Library's independence and impartiality; further praises the professionalism and competence of …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 15
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
20th April 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 9th May 2016

BELFAST BLITZ

Tabled by: Lord Dodds of Duncairn (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast North)
That this House remembers the 75th anniversary of the Belfast Blitz; recalls the comradeship and courage those in Belfast displayed to one another in April 1941, helping to rebuild homes and businesses and providing food and shelter to those who had lost everything; and further remembers the 1,000 people who …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th April 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th April 2016

RETIREMENT OF STEVE DAVIS OBE FROM PROFESSIONAL SNOOKER

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House congratulates Steve Davis OBE, an established resident of Romford, upon his recent retirement from the sport on a long and fruitful career in the world of professional snooker ; recalls that he developed his skills at the Luciana Snooker Club in Romford during the 1970s and went …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th April 2016
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ANZAC DAY 2016

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House remembers the heroic campaign that followed the landings of Allied forces at Anzac Cove, Gallipoli, on 25 April 1915; joins with all Australians and New Zealanders in commemorating the bravery of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who, together with their British colleagues and other allies, …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 7
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th March 2016
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DOWNTOWN RADIO

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Downtown Radio, Newtownards, Co. Down on its 40th birthday celebrations; notes that the station was the first independent radio station in the province; and calls on this House to commit itself to supporting independent radio, media and press outlets across the United Kingdom of Great Britain …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
13th April 2016
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HER MAJESTY'S 90TH BIRTHDAY PUBLICATION

Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the publication by the Bible Society, in conjunction with HOPE and LICC, of the book entitled The Servant Queen to mark the 90th birthday of Her Majesty the Queen who is the longest reigning monarch in UK history; commends the society for such a production which …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
12th April 2016
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FALKLAND ISLANDS

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House reaffirms its unwavering and uncompromising commitment to the self-determination of the people of the Falkland lslands; and condemns the illogical determination of the UN that the Falklands, which existed well before Argentina, are within Argentina's territorial waters.
13 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
12th April 2016
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TERRORIST ATTACKS IN LAHORE

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the barbaric suicide terrorist attacks on innocent Christians celebrating Easter at Gulshan-e-lqbal Park in Lahore, Pakistan; offers its deepest sympathies to the families of those killed and injured; requests that the British Consulate gives as much support as possible to the Pakistani authorities and courts in …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th April 2016
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PARKINSON'S DISEASE RESEARCH

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes continued efforts by the scientific community to find a cure for Parkinson's disease, including new and experimental efforts to advance research; and reaffirms its commitment to give full support where appropriate to those trying to find a cure for the disease.
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th February 2016
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FINAL DECISION ON AIRPORT EXPANSION IN LONDON AND THE SOUTH EAST

Tabled by: Graham Brady (Conservative - Altrincham and Sale West)
That this House regrets the continuing delay in making a final decision on airport expansion in London and the South East; believes that a decision is vital for the prosperity of the nations and regions of the UK and urges Ministers to make sure that this delay is not repeated; …
65 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th February 2016
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USE OF DOGS IN PRODUCT TESTS

Tabled by: Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House expresses concern about the use of dogs in the testing of products already tested on other species; notes the need to minimise burdens on industry as it seeks to develop new products; and supports the proposal by Cruelty Free International for the Government to urge a review …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
2nd February 2016
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SINKING OF THE PRINCESS VICTORIA

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House commemorates the 63rd anniversary of the sinking of the Princess Victoria; recalls the bravery of the crew, and in particular that of Sir Len White who died trying to save passengers; and remembers the 133 people who died in what was the UK's worst peacetime sea tragedy.
31 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
1st March 2016
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RECORD COPIES OF ACTS

Tabled by: James Gray (Conservative - North Wiltshire)
That this House disagrees with the conclusion of the House of Commons Administration Committee in its First Report of Session 2015-16, and regrets the decision by the House of Lords to discontinue the use of vellum for printing Acts of Parliament; further regrets that the views of individual hon. Members …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 20
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd February 2016
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BOKO HARAM (No. 2)

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the violent attacks by Boko Haram in which huts were firebombed, burning people, including children, to death in Dalori village in North East Nigeria; and calls on the Government to give all medical and military assistance to the Nigerian government and authorities.
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
2nd February 2016
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SIR TERRY WOGAN

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House mourns the death of national treasure, Sir Terry Wogan; fondly remembers the broadcasting legend that he was and the years of pleasure he brought to the airwaves and to television; and conveys its deepest sympathies to his family at this time of immense grief and sadness.
22 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
2nd February 2016
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WAITANGI DAY 2016

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House joins the people of New Zealand in celebrating Waitangi Day, their National Day, on Saturday 6 February 2016, commemorating the historic signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840 that marks the coming together of the Maori people and representatives of the British Crown; notes the importance …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
27th January 2016
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INTERFERENCE BY FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS IN THE EU REFERENDUM

Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House recognises the strength of feeling on many sides that will be expressed in the upcoming referendum on EU membership; asserts that the decision is one for the people of the UK, not for foreign governments; deprecates outside interference in our national debate; condemns fearmongering about the consequences …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
22nd January 2016
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TREATMENT OF YAZIDI AND CHRISTIAN MINORITIES

Tabled by: Stephen Twigg (Labour (Co-op) - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House considers the treatment of the Yazidi and Assyrian Christian minorities in Daesh-held territory strongly indicates that genocide is occurring, bringing to mind previous atrocities committed against these communities; believes that now the Assyrians and Yazidis face their greatest existential threat ever, from Daesh; calls for the establishment …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
25th January 2016
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AUSTRALIA DAY 2016

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes that 26 January marks Australia's national day, commemorating the anniversary of the day on which Captain Arthur Philip in 1788 unfurled the union flag at Sydney Cove; recognises the strong historical bonds reinforced through the military, sport, the media and the arts, and the shared heritage …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
19th January 2016
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SCOUTS

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Scouts as it celebrates its 100th anniversary this year; recognises the fantastic contribution that the Scouts have made across the UK and the positive impact they have on the lives of many children and young people, teaching vital life skills not available in the classroom; …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th January 2016
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25TH ANNIVERSARY OF OPERATION DESERT STORM/GRANBY

Tabled by: Mary Glindon (Labour - North Tyneside)
That this House marks the 25th Anniversary of Operation Desert Storm/Granby to liberate Kuwait from occupation by Saddam Hussein's forces; recognises that the effort was based on a coalition of 34 countries; salutes the nearly 50,000 Britons who served in the successful operation and the 47 Britons who made the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
7th January 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2016

COMMEMORATING HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2016

Tabled by: Tulip Siddiq (Labour - Hampstead and Kilburn)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2016 the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day, marking the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, where an estimated 1.1 million people were murdered; commemorates the six million victims of the Holocaust; further notes that the theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2016 …
84 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 20
Independent: 8
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th January 2016
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COUNTER-EXTREMISM MEASURES AND YOUTH GROUPS

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House is concerned at the potential inclusion of established institutions such as the Boy Scouts and Sunday schools of new proposals to formally register groups under counter-extremism plans; and resolves to protect established and innocent groups from plans meant to address genuine radicalisation and extremism.
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th January 2016
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BOKO HARAM

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns Boko Haram's murders in Maiduguri and Madagali, Nigeria; and reiterates its commitment to defeating lslamic extremists and terrorism wherever they may be.
16 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
5th January 2016
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2016

PRINCE'S TRUST

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates The Prince's Trust on its fortieth anniversary; and recognises the important work conducted by the Trust across the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th December 2015
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ROYAL LANCASTER INFIRMARY

Tabled by: David Morris (Conservative - Morecambe and Lunesdale)
That this house notes that on Saturday 5th December 2015 there was a major incident called at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary to deal with the effects of Storm Desmond; further notes that the storm caused flooding and a power outage which meant the Royal Lancaster Infirmary was running on a …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
16th December 2015
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PROFESSIONALISM OF HOUSE OF COMMONS STAFF

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House respects the unrivalled professionalism, skill and commitment of all support staff employed on the House of Commons estate; acknowledges that all hon. Members receive invaluable help from the entire workforce, from doorkeepers and police officers to the library team and postal service, from catering staff to staff …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th December 2015
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THE ROLE OF THE KURDS IN FIGHTING DAESH

Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House warmly congratulates the Kurdistan Regional Government's brave Peshmerga and other Kurdish allies on recapturing Sinjar from Daesh with the assistance of international coalition airstrikes; recognises that this is not only a major psychological defeat but also severs the main supply road for Daesh forces between Raqqa and …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th December 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 10th December 2015

EU FISHERIES COUNCIL

Tabled by: David Simpson (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House calls on the Minister of State for Farming, Food and the Marine Environment to negotiate the best possible deal for the UK fishing industry ahead of the forthcoming EU Fisheries Council meeting.
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th December 2015
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CHRISTIANS IN UZBEKISTAN

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the treatment of Christians in Uzbekistan where a group of Christians have been detained and tortured after police raided their worship meeting in a private home; and calls on the Government to make representations to the Uzbeki government to ensure their immediate release.
27 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th December 2015
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BAY RADIO, LANCASTER

Tabled by: David Morris (Conservative - Morecambe and Lunesdale)
That this House congratulates the whole of The Bay radio team for keeping their broadcast live during the flooding and subsequent power cuts in Lancaster; notes its offices in St George's Quay in Lancaster were flooded on 5th December 2015; further notes that The Bay team broadcast advice to residents …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
2nd December 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 10th December 2015

COMMONWEALTH HEADS OF GOVERNMENT MEETING WOMEN'S FORUM 2015

Tabled by: Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall South)
That this House commends the historical first meeting of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) Women's Forum; notes that there are approximately one billion women and young girls throughout the commonwealth; further notes the statement from the conference that our granddaughters will not achieve wage parity unless there is …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
1st December 2015
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HELM DUNDEE

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates the work of the Helm charity in Dundee; commends its work with vulnerable young people facing major challenges in their lives; and praises the achievements of its staff, students and the partnerships it has with support agencies in the local area and its vision for sustainable …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
26th November 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 10th December 2015

FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL NEWSPAPER

Tabled by: Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House celebrates the first anniversary of the first edition of The National, Scotland's newest daily newspaper; welcomes its contribution to the political debate in Scotland as the only national daily newspaper to support Scottish Independence; and congratulates its editors, journalists and contributors for their insight and dedication over …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th November 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 10th December 2015

BUSINESS RATES ON BRITISH PUBS

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House is concerned with the disproportionate business rates being paid by British pubs, with the pub sector paying the second highest business rates bill in the UK; notes that the pub sector's total tax bill comes to £7.3 billion, or £140,000 per pub; is frustrated that pubs, which …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
24th November 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 10th December 2015

WORLD DIABETES DAY

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes efforts across the UK in aid of World Diabetes Day; considers that this day makes a real difference in raising awareness of diabetes, its dangers and how its onset can be prevented in certain cases; congratulates hon. Members, individuals and businesses worldwide for lighting up local …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd November 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 10th December 2015

PANCREATIC CANCER

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with concern that just under 9,000 people are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the UK every year; acknowledges that this type of cancer has the lowest five-year survival rate of any common cancer and one that has barely improved in 40 years; and commends Ulster University …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
16th November 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 7th December 2015

TERRORIST ATTACK IN PARIS

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the horrific terrorist attack in Paris and offers its sincerest condolences to President Hollande and the French nation; and reaffirms the UK's determination and commitment to defeat terrorism wherever it is in the world and stands in solidarity with those affected at this time.
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
3rd December 2015
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DAIRY COUNCIL CEREMONY OF THE CHRISTMAS CHEESES 2015

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House congratulates the Dairy Council in staging the 2015 Ceremony of the Christmas Cheeses, which forms the beginning of the Chelsea Pensioners' traditional Christmas celebrations; further congratulates in-pensioner Derek Walters BEM, who was given the honour of cutting the cheese at this historic ceremony; notes that dairy products …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
25th November 2015
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BOWER PRIMARY SCHOOL WILDLIFE PROJECT

Tabled by: Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the children of Bower Primary School in Caithness for their wildlife and habitats project, which saw them build a bug hotel and bird boxes to improve their school grounds for wildlife and to stimulate learning; commends the local Highland Council Development and Infrastructure countryside ranger, Marina …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
23rd November 2015
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DIGITAL CINEMA MEDIA AGENCY AND THE LORD'S PRAYER

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern about the announcement by the Digital Cinema Media Agency to ban a pre-Christmas advertisement, based on the Lord's Prayer, in a trio of UK-wide cinema chains; and urges for the ban to be reconsidered and overturned.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
18th November 2015
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RIGHT OF ABODE FOR FORMER BRITISH-HONG KONG SERVICEMEN

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution to Britain of the former Hong Kong Armed Forces from 1857 until 1997; believes that those remaining soldiers of the Hong Kong Military Service Corps and the Hong Kong Royal Naval Service who did not receive a UK passport following the handover of …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th November 2015
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CAMP LIBERTY ROCKET ATTACK

Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House believes that the 29 October 2015 rocket attack on Camp Liberty, home to over 2,200 defenceless members of Iran's democratic opposition, the PMOI, who are Protected Persons under International Law and political refugees, which resulted in 24 camp residents being killed and many more injured, constitutes a …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Conservative: 15
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 3
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th November 2015
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ULSTER VICTORIA CROSS AWARDS WORLD WAR ONE

Tabled by: Ian Paisley (Democratic Unionist Party - North Antrim)
That this House proudly remembers the contributions and sacrifices made by soldiers from across the UK in World War One, and in particular the 10 men from Ulster awarded the Victoria Cross for their bravery, Robert Morrow from Dungannon who, despite heavy shelling, courageously carried six comrades to safety, Eric …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
10th November 2015
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REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY AND BRITISH OVERSEAS TERRITORIES AND CROWN DEPENDENCIES

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution by members of HM Armed Services from each of the British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies in wars and conflicts over the centuries, fighting for Queen, King and country; believes that the sacrifices of all these brave men and women should be fully …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Labour: 1
26th October 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2015

PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Tabled by: Nic Dakin (Labour - Scunthorpe)
That this House notes that November is Pancreatic Awareness Month across the UK and that 13 November 2015 is designated World Pancreatic Cancer Day; congratulates all pancreatic cancer charities and their supporters for the various activities being carried out to raise awareness of the disease during November 2015, including Pancreatic …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd November 2015
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CO-OPERATION BY SERVICE CHARITIES

Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House recognises the need for greater co-operation between separate Services Charities: accordingly, welcomes the recent battlefield tour, for wounded veterans of all ages, to Ypres, organised and run by The Not Forgotten Association in co-operation with the British Limbless Ex-Servicemen's Association and Combat Stress; acknowledges, in this Great …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
2nd November 2015
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50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House observes that 8 November 2015 will be the 50th anniversary of the creation of the British Indian Ocean Territory, the purpose of which was to build a US base on Diego Garcia; notes that an agreement between the UK and the US of 30 December 1966 made …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th October 2015

REDUCING THE USE OF PRIMATES IN EXPERIMENTATION

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes the report from Cruelty Free International which highlights the severe suffering inflicted on monkeys in experiments and the increasing numbers, 73 per cent, imported from outside the EU, in particular from Mauritius and Vietnam; further notes the additional suffering involved in the international trade and transportation, …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
14th October 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th October 2015

CANADA-UK COLLOQUIUM REPORT ON THE CHALLENGES OF CYBERSPACE

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House commends the recently published report of the Canada-UK Colloquium on The Challenges of Cyberspace: Living and Working in a Digital Society; notes the far-reaching recommendations in areas from innovation, education and skills through to internet governance, law enforcement and civil liberties; further notes that the report highlights …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
16th September 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th October 2015

USE OF THE TERM EUROPEAN UNION

Tabled by: Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House deprecates the frequent use of the term Europe when what is meant is the European Union; considers Europe to be a wonderful continent of great nations and great peoples, of great beauty and culture, and that the European Union is simply a political structure covering many of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 10
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th September 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015

CENTENARY OF THE WOMEN'S INSTITUTE

Tabled by: Albert Owen (Labour - Ynys Môn)
That this House congratulates the Women's Institute (WI) on reaching its centenary year; highlights the fact that the first meeting of the WI in the UK took place in Llanfairpwll, Anglesey, on 16 September 1915; notes that the Llanfairpwll WI is still an active and treasured part of the Anglesey …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
16th September 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th October 2015

WOMEN'S INSTITUTE

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Women's Institute on its 100th anniversary; thanks it for its unwavering commitment on behalf of women over the years; and wishes it further success in the future.
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th September 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015

GIVE A DOG A BONE: POINT OF LIGHT AWARD

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the achievement of Louise Russell, of Clarkston, who set up the charity, Give a Dog a Bone - and an Animal a Home, which helps those over 60 years of age to find a rescue pet companion; congratulates her on founding this unique charity and on …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th September 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015

REIGN OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH

Tabled by: Lord Dodds of Duncairn (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast North)
That this House affirms its loyalty to Her Majesty the Queen as her glorious reign now stands without equal; expresses its gratitude for the sure and steadfast monarchy this country and all the other Commonwealth realms have enjoyed; remembers Her late father, His Majesty King George VI, and the stalwart …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 4
Independent: 1
8th September 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015

POTHOLES IN THE UK

Tabled by: Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House notes the RAC's 2015 report on motoring, which polled a sample of motorists in the UK who believe that the quality of roads has deteriorated in the last 12 months; applauds the Government's additional funding for repairing potholes, but believes that this is inadequate to address the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
21st July 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015

BRITISH PENSIONERS OVERSEAS

Tabled by: Yasmin Qureshi (Labour - Bolton South East)
That this House believes that all pensioners have the right to dignity in retirement; notes that 550,000 British pensioners living in 122 countries overseas do not get their pension automatically uprated, but pensioners living in other countries do; regrets that, while those pensioners adversely affected have made the necessary National …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 22
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th June 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015

YULIN DOG MEAT FESTIVAL 2015

Tabled by: Christian Matheson (Independent - City of Chester)
That this House condemns the plans to go ahead with the Yulin Dog Meat Festival 2015 in Yulin, China; expresses deep concern at the cruel and inhumane manner in which dogs have been slaughtered in the past; notes the terrible conditions that dogs face prior to being killed as they …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd June 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015

DAIRY FARMERS

Tabled by: Lindsay Hoyle (Speaker - Chorley)
That this House recognises the important role dairy farmers play in supplying dairy products to consumers; highlights the high quality dairy products which are supplied by local farmers and the benefits that dairy produce brings to providing a healthy, well-balanced diet; expresses concern at the way in which dairy farmers …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 13
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Speaker: 1
17th June 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

PASSENGER SAFETY AND PRIVATE HIRE INDUSTRY REGULATION

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned that smartphone apps such as Über are circumventing the law governing the taxi and minicab industry; supports the existing regulations whereby private hire vehicles (PHVs) may only pick up passengers when pre-booked rather than from a rank or in response to being hailed; recognises that …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th July 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 16th July 2015

600TH ANNIVERSARY OF CUPAR OLD AND ST MICHAEL OF TARVIT PARISH CHURCH

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates Cupar Old and St Michael of Tarvit Parish Church on its 600th anniversary; notes that the first church in Cupar was erected on the site of the present Old Parish Church in 1415, before its congregation came together with St Michael of Tarvit in 1618; further …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
15th July 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 16th July 2015

KING'S OWN SCOTTISH BORDERERS AND GALLIPOLI DAY

Tabled by: Calum Kerr (Scottish National Party - Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk)
That this House notes that 12 July 2015 marked the 100th anniversary of what is known as Gallipoli Day, when more than 300 officers and men of the King's Own Scottish Borderers were killed, with 42 of them from the town of Kelso; laments the fact that this was the …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
8th July 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Thursday 16th July 2015

PET SAFE LABELLING

Tabled by: Jim Dowd (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House notes the recent survey of 2,000 cat and dog owners in the UK by More Than insurance, which showed that 78 per cent of British gardens contain plants that are toxic to cats and dogs; is concerned that 31 per cent of respondents did not realise that …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015

PUBLICATION OF ANIMAL EXPERIMENT RESULTS

Tabled by: Jim Dowd (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House welcomes the requirement that all clinical trial results should be published; and calls on the Home Office to require and facilitate a similar arrangement for animal experiments, subject to the normal safeguards of commercial and academic confidentiality and safety, to enable researchers to avoid duplication and allow …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015

FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND ANIMAL EXPERIMENTS

Tabled by: Jim Dowd (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House welcomes the progress made by the Home Office in the last Parliament to allow Freedom of Information requests for animal experiment project licences subject to the normal safeguards of commercial and academic confidentiality and safety; and supports the call on the Government by Cruelty Free International to …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th May 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2015

PROTECTION OF ASIAN ELEPHANTS

Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes that Asian elephants are endangered and could become extinct; is concerned that wild elephants are threatened by capture from the wild, habitat loss and poaching for ivory; is further concerned that captured elephants are often subject to isolation, starvation, dehydration and then prolonged beatings and are …
88 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Conservative: 12
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2015

SIKH SOLDIERS IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR

Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes the contribution of Sikh soldiers in the First World War, when over 138,000 Indian troops fought in Belgium and France, many of them Sikh; recognises that more than one-quarter of these soldiers would become casualties; further notes that in March 1915, one hundred years ago Sikh …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
27th May 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2015

CHRISTIANS IN IRAQ

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House is concerned by the displacement of 1 million Iraqi Christians by an increase in terrorism that has destabilised the country and forced them to pay protection money, convert to Islam or face death; and calls on the Government to take steps to ensure that Christians are protected …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
27th May 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2015

CHRISTIANS IN EASTERN UKRAINE

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses its support for Christians in Eastern Ukraine where up to 150 Evangelical Christian-Baptist Churches have come under pressure from aggression and war which has brought untold grief to Ukrainian Christians and their families; and calls on the Government to urge the governments of Ukraine and Russia …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
24th March 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th March 2015

UBER AND TAXI AND MINICAB SERVICES

Tabled by: George Galloway (Workers Party of Britain - Rochdale)
That this House notes that Uber, a multinational company based in San Francisco, US, is now providing taxi services in the UK; further notes that Uber threatens to put out of work many established taxi and minicab firms and their employees, currently subject to various regulations to ensure safety standards …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
17th March 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 23rd March 2015

ST PATRICK'S DAY

Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward legislative proposals to provide for St Patrick's Day, 17 March, to become an annual public holiday in Northern Ireland; recognises that a shared celebration of St Patrick, as a common symbol for all the people of Northern Ireland regardless of …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th March 2015

ENGLISH TOURISM WEEK, 14 TO 22 MARCH 2015

Tabled by: Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House recognises the importance of tourism to the national economy and to the Ribble Valley during English Tourism Week; and notes that local businesses such as The Whalley Wine Shop, Mytton Fold Hotel, Huntley's, D Byrne & Co and Cowman's Famous Sausage Shop encourage visitors to come to …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th March 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 16th March 2015

SALVATION ARMY

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Salvation Army on reaching its 150th anniversary; acknowledges the great work that General William Booth began and that still continues in communities throughout the UK to this day; and commends it for its passion and dedication in the service of others.
41 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
9th March 2015
Andrew Rosindell signed this EDM on Monday 16th March 2015

THE LATE LORD MOLYNEAUX OF KILLEAD KBE PC

Tabled by: Jeffrey M Donaldson (Independent - Lagan Valley)
That this House notes with sadness the passing of Lord Molyneaux of Killead KBE PC who faithfully served the constituencies of South Antrim and Lagan Valley as a member of this House from 1970 to 1997 and was highly respected by colleagues across the political spectrum throughout his parliamentary career; …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1