Chris Philp's 7 Early Day Motions
2nd September 2024
Chris Philp signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2024

Social Security

Tabled by: Rishi Sunak (Conservative - Richmond and Northallerton)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Social Fund Winter Fuel Payment Regulations 2024 (S.I., 2024, No. 869), dated 22 August 2024, a copy of which was laid before this House on 22 August 2024, be annulled.
81 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 75
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
8th November 2016
Chris Philp signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th 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
19th May 2016
Chris Philp signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 19th May 2016

HSBC BRANCH CLOSURES

Tabled by: David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That this House expresses deep concern at HSBC's decision to close branches in Tottenham, Shenfield, Mitcham, Morden, East Dulwich, Waltham Abbey, Epping, Wickford, Welling, East Sheen, Stamford Hill, Stoke Newington, Stanmore, Worcester Park, Chigwell, Whetstone, Southfields, Mill Hill, Yiewsley, Gidea Park, Deptford, Wanstead, Chislehurst, Willesden Green, Harlesden, Clapham, Southall, Temple …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st March 2016
Chris Philp signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st March 2016

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
21st January 2016
Chris Philp signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th January 2016

SOUTHERN AND THAMESLINK RAIL SERVICES

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses dismay at the substandard service provided by Southern Rail, Thameslink Rail and other rail companies causing severe delays to suburban commuters; stresses that the regular delays and cancellations on Thameslink and Southern Rail lines cause severe daily travel disruptions for thousands of commuters within South London; …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
10th June 2015
Chris Philp signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th October 2015

SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY PUBLIC HOUSES

Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House recognises and values the social and economic contribution of British beer and community pubs, which support almost 900,000 jobs and contribute £22 billion to UK GDP; believes that well-run pubs are an important community meeting place and the best place to enjoy alcohol responsibly; notes that more …
148 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 61
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 22
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
24th June 2015
Chris Philp signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th June 2015

LOCAL NEWSPAPERS IN SOUTH LONDON

Tabled by: Tania Mathias (Conservative - Twickenham)
That this House believes that local newspapers play a crucial role in enhancing local democracy, such as by reporting on council meetings, holding local decision-makers to account and providing a forum for local issues; recognises that many local journalists are paid below the London Living Wage, despite the valuable work …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1