Christian Matheson's 195 Early Day Motions
22nd June 2021
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd June 2021

GKN Automotive alternative plan

Tabled by: Jack Dromey (Labour - Birmingham, Erdington)
That this House is alarmed by GKN Automotive’s decision to close its Birmingham factory next year, with the loss of over 500 highly skilled jobs and work transferred to continental Europe; notes that GKN’s origins trace back to the industrial revolution, with over 260 years of history that include making …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th May 2021
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 24th May 2021

Fire and rehire

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes with alarm the growing number of employers who are dismissing and re-engaging staff on worse pay and terms and conditions, a practice commonly known as fire and rehire; agrees with the Government that such tactics represent an unacceptable abuse of power by rogue bosses, many of …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th December 2020
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th 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
14th January 2021
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2021

Godfrey Colin Cameron

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is deeply saddened by news of the death of Godfrey Colin Cameron, a hardworking member of Parliamentary security staff and member of the PCS trade union who passed away aged just 55 after contracting covid-19; extends our sincere condolences to his devoted wife Hyacinth, children Leon and …
139 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 113
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th March 2020
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 19th March 2020

Census (England and Wales)

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the draft of the Order in Council, entitled Census (England and Wales) Order 2020, which was laid before this House on 2 March, be not submitted to Her Majesty.
8 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
6th February 2020
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th February 2020

Conduct of Judge Robin Tolson QC

Tabled by: Louise Haigh (Labour - Sheffield, Heeley)
That this House welcomes the overturning by the High Court of Justice Tolson’s ruling in the Central Family Court that a sexual assault did not constitute rape because the woman had taken no physical step to encourage the man to desist; notes with concern the High Court’s findings that Justice …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd January 2020
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd January 2020

Max Freedman's service to parliamentary staff

Tabled by: John Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House recognises Max Freedman's commitment over 10 years as the chair of the Parliamentary staff UNITE trade union branch representing staff of all parties in Parliament and constituency offices; appreciates that over the past decade he has worked tirelessly in representing staff of hon. Members both in individual …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 56
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 6
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
7th March 2019
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 11th March 2019

UN COMMISSION OF INQUIRY REPORT ON GAZA PROTESTS

Tabled by: Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House welcomes the independent UN Commission of Inquiry report on protests in Gaza; notes with the deepest concern its findings that, in its widespread use of force against demonstrators, Israeli security forces committed violations of international law which may constitute war crimes or crimes against humanity; condemns the …
107 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 68
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 8
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
14th February 2019
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th February 2019

BLACKPOOL FOOTBALL CLUB AND THE EFL

Tabled by: Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That this House notes the decision of the High Court on February to place Blackpool FC into receivership because of the failure of the owners to carry out its instructions; notes that despite the crises produced as a result of this and the conflicts by the previous owners picked with …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th January 2019
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 7th February 2019

RATES OF PAY FOR SECURITY STAFF ON THE PARLIAMENTARY ESTATE

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the valuable work done by security staff on the parliamentary estate; further notes the current dispute between security staff represented by the PCS union and the House authorities concerning overtime rates; believes that security staff recruited in summer 2016 should be paid in line with the …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 64
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
4th September 2018
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 13th September 2018

UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES

Tabled by: Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House is appalled by the decision of the US Administration to end its funding of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), which amounts to a reduction of nearly a third of UNRWA's operating budget; believes that such a move takes the Middle East further away from …
87 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
4th June 2018
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th June 2018

CELEBRATING THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TUC

Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff Central)
That this House congratulates and celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), the world's first TUC being founded on 2 June 1868 at the headquarters of the Manchester Mechanics Institute; commends the dedication of trades unionists across the UK who have collectively contributed to the success and …
90 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 76
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th January 2018
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th January 2018

AIRLINE CHARGES FOR MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

Tabled by: Kevin Brennan (Labour - Cardiff West)
This House notes with concern that airlines are increasingly requiring musicians to purchase a seat for guitars, and other musical instruments of similar size, or requiring that they be placed in the aircraft hold where temperatures are very low and damage may occur during transit; further notes the campaign led …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th December 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 21st December 2017

NATIONAL SIKH WAR MEMORIAL

Tabled by: Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi (Labour - Slough)
That this House appreciates the extraordinary bravery and sacrifices of Sikh soldiers in service of Great Britain, including during both World Wars, and supports the erection of a permanent national monument in a prime central London location to commemorate and highlight these contributions; notes that for over a decade there …
265 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 167
Conservative: 33
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 15
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
6th December 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 21st December 2017

ACCOUNTABLE CARE ORGANISATIONS

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes the Department of Health consultation on Accountable Care Organisations which closed on 3 November 2017, which proposes changes to regulations required to facilitate the operation of an NHS Standard Contract (Accountable Care Models); further notes that the consultation states that the Government proposes to lay these …
158 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 114
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 13
Liberal Democrat: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st December 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th December 2017

COLOMBIAN PEACE PROCESS

Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff Central)
That this House is alarmed at the growing concern expressed by UN Under-Secretary General Jeffrey Feltman in November 2017 on the state of the implementation of the Colombian Peace Agreement; is concerned about the alarming killings of former FARC combatants and social leaders; is further concerned by the damaging changes …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd November 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017

LEGAL RIGHTS FOR COHABITEES WHO SEPARATE

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that there are currently more than six million people in the UK who live together without being married or in a civil partnership, and that such cohabitees are the fastest growing family type; is concerned that, in England and Wales, such cohabitees have little or no …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
20th November 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017

HSBC MIDLAND BANK PENSION CLAWBACK SCHEME

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that employees of HSBC Midland Bank's Defined Benefit Occupational Pension Scheme believe that they were not adequately made aware of the clawback feature; further notes that this feature reduces the bank's pension contribution when basic state pension becomes payable; is concerned that this means that many …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th November 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 27th November 2017

MILITARY DETENTION OF PALESTINIAN CHILDREN BY ISRAELI AUTHORITIES

Tabled by: Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House notes with concern that hundreds of Palestinian children continue to be arrested, detained and tried in Israeli military courts, despite the practice involving widespread and systematic violations of international law and being widely condemned; further notes that allegations of ill-treatment at the hands of Israeli authorities include …
144 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 81
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 12
Conservative: 9
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd November 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Friday 3rd November 2017

LEGAL AID FOR INQUESTS

Tabled by: Ellie Reeves (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House welcomes the publication of the final report of the Bach Commission on Access to Justice; notes Lord Bach's recommendation that, where the state is funding one or more of the other parties at an inquest, it should also provide legal aid for representation of the family of …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
31st October 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Friday 3rd November 2017

ANNIVERSARY OF THE BALFOUR DECLARATION

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House acknowledges the centenary anniversary of the Balfour Declaration on 2 November 2017; notes that the Declaration pledged Britain's support for a national home in Palestine for the Jewish people on the understanding that nothing shall be done which may prejudice the civil and religious rights of existing …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 8
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
31st October 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Friday 3rd November 2017

CERTIFICATION OFFICER'S LEVY ON TRADE UNIONS

Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House is gravely concerned that the Government's proposals for a Certification Officer's levy on trade unions would result in unions having fewer resources to represent their members, a reduced capacity to negotiate better jobs and working conditions for working people, and a diminished ability to take enforcement action …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
30th October 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 31st 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
25th October 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th October 2017

MISSING STUDENTS FROM AYOTZINAPA, MEXICO

Tabled by: Christian Matheson (Independent - City of Chester)
That this House expresses its disappointment that the 43 students from Ayotzinapa in Guerrero, Mexico, who disappeared on 26 September 2014, have still not been found and that no new lines of investigation have been followed despite findings from international independent experts that the assumptions of the Mexican Government's initial …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th October 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th October 2017

CONTAMINATED BLOOD INQUIRY

Tabled by: Diana Johnson (Labour - Kingston upon Hull North)
That this House welcomes the Prime Minister's announcement of an inquiry into the contaminated blood scandal; thanks the Rt. Rev James Jones, former Chair of the Hillsborough Independent Panel, for his voluntary help; supports the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Haemophilia and Contaminated Blood's statement to the Prime Minister about the …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
16th October 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th October 2017

2 SISTERS FOOD GROUP

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House recalls concerns previously raised by the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union about the 2 Sisters Food Group's business model, including attacks on jobs, pay and conditions of workers on sites acquired in takeover and merger deals; notes with concern the undercover evidence of The Guardian/ITV from …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th October 2017

USDAW FREEDOM FROM FEAR CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: David Hanson (Labour - Delyn)
That this House applauds the members and representatives of the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers for their Freedom From Fear campaign, which seeks to bring together employers, the police and local authorities to tackle the scourge of violence, threats and abuse against public-facing workers; further applauds the work …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th October 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 12th October 2017

HOUSE OF COMMONS AND LORDS COMMISSIONS AND THE AWARD OF THE ELIZABETH TOWER CONTRACT TO SIR ROBERT MCALPINE

Tabled by: Chuka Umunna (Liberal Democrat - Streatham)
That this House disapproves of the awarding of the contract to refurbish the Elizabeth Tower ,Big Ben, to the construction company Sir Robert McAlpine; recalls that in 2009 the Information Commissioner raided the offices of the Consulting Association and found a blacklist of over 3,000 construction workers that had been …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th October 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th October 2017

UCLAN AND THE MEDICAL STUDENTS DISPLACED BY HURRICANE IRMA

Tabled by: Mark Hendrick (Labour (Co-op) - Preston)
That this House welcomes the tremendous initiative of the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) in Preston in accepting more than 700 students and staff from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine on the island of Sint Maarten, which was hit by Hurricane Irma; congratulates UCLan on the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th October 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th October 2017

DUTCH STATE RAILWAYS AND DRIVER-ONLY OPERATION ON UK RAILWAYS

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that Greater Anglia and Merseyrail are in dispute with the RMT union over those companies' plans to introduce driver-only operated trains; further notes that Greater Anglia and Merseyrail are both part-owned by Abellio that, when introducing new trains on its franchise in Scotland, was able to …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
11th September 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th October 2017

REMOVAL OF ISRAELI CITIZENSHIP FROM NEGEV BEDOUIN

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the injustice faced by hundreds of Negev Bedouin who have had their Israeli citizenship revoked without adequate explanation or warning due to claims that their original citizenship was issued in error; is concerned that this is a policy to remove the legitimate citizenship rights of the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
21st June 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

ACTION TO TACKLE IVORY TRADE

Tabled by: Lord Mann (Non-affiliated - Bassetlaw)
That this House recognises that African elephants are facing an unprecedented crisis with an average of one killed every 15 minutes for its ivory; welcomes the action taken internationally by the Government to combat the ivory trade and protect elephants in their natural habitat; further recognises that both the illegal …
109 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
11th July 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th July 2017

TOXIC AIR

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House shares the longstanding concerns of cabin crew about the quality of cabin air on commercial airliners; is appalled at reports that cabin crew members have serious long-term illnesses, such as aerotoxic syndrome, which is believed to be linked to cabin air quality; acknowledges the unknown impact of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th July 2017

BRITISH AIRWAYS MIXED FLEET CABIN CREW PAY DISPUTE AND BA WET LEASING OF QATAR AIRWAYS

Tabled by: Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House supports workers in British Airways Mixed Fleet cabin crew in their current industrial dispute over pay; condemns any company action penalising staff taking industrial action; acknowledges the significant pay package of £6.5 million to the boss of the airline's parent company, International Airlines Group; contrasts that package …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th July 2017

SALE OF NHS PROFESSIONALS

Tabled by: Eleanor Smith (Labour - Wolverhampton South West)
That this House recognises the value and effectiveness of the NHS; notes the success of NHS Professionals in supplying short-term and flexible staff to NHS trusts with staffing gaps at a very low overhead cost; understands that private agencies perform the same function at a higher cost by charging expensive …
113 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 70
Scottish National Party: 16
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
12th July 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th July 2017

MERSEY GATEWAY AND JUBILEE BRIDGE

Tabled by: George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes that, prior to the 2015 General Election, the former Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne, gave an undertaking that residents in Cheshire West and Chester and Warrington would enjoy toll-free access to the crossings in line with the arrangements made for residents of Halton; further notes …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Crossbench: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th July 2017

RITZY PICTUREHOUSE CAMPAIGN FOR THE LIVING WAGE

Tabled by: Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House condemns the action by Picturehouse, a subsidiary of Cineworld Cinemas, in sacking three union representatives involved in organising recent strike action at the Ritzy and other cinemas, and in suspending one further member of staff; shares the concerns of the Broadcasting, Entertainment, Cinematograph and Theatre Union on …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st June 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th July 2017

OPERATIONAL SERVICE MEDAL FOR OPERATION SHADER

Tabled by: Nia Griffith (Labour - Llanelli)
That this House believes that the bravery and service of the personnel involved in Operation Shader should be recognised with a specific Operational Service Medal without delay; recognises that in doing their duty these men and women are protecting UK citizens from the threat of Daesh, as well as defending …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
3rd July 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 3rd July 2017

RETENTION OF GUARDS ON MERSEYRAIL TRAINS

Tabled by: Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool, Walton)
That this House welcomes the current guarantee of a guard on every train to provide service, safety and security for Merseyrail passengers; recognises the vital role that guards play in providing advice and assistance and deterring criminal and anti-social behaviour; acknowledges that guards have essential skills and training to enable …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd July 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 3rd July 2017

REDUCED ACCESS FOR DISABLED PASSENGERS ON NORTHERN RAIL

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that 331 of Northern Rail's 527 stations are unstaffed; is concerned that the Government and Northern Rail's proposals to remove the guarantee of a guard on every Northern Rail train will mean many people with disabilities will not be able to turn up and go and …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
26th April 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th April 2017

NESTLÉ JOB LOSSES

Tabled by: Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House notes the announcement of 300 redundancies at the Nestlé manufacturing factories in York, Fawdon, Halifax and Girvan and that production of the Blue Riband bar will be transferred to Poland; acknowledges in the first three months of 2017 Nestlé achieved £21 billion in sales, a 0.4 per …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th March 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017

UN INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF RACIAL DISCRIMINATION

Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
That this House notes the UN International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on 21 March 2017; reaffirms this House's commitment to eliminate racial discrimination in all its forms from our society; and calls on the Government to officially mark the observance annually on 21 March each year.
48 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 17
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th March 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017

30TH ANNIVERSARY OF DEATH OF DANIEL MORGAN

Tabled by: Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House notes that 10 March 2017 marks the 30th anniversary of the brutal and unsolved murder of Daniel Morgan of Llanfrechfa; congratulates BBC Radio Wales on its broadcast which featured an ex-police detective urging the Metropolitan Police Commissioner Cressida Dick to expose police wrongdoing; calls for the publication …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th March 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th March 2017

SOCIAL SECURITY

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Universal Credit (Housing Costs Element for claimants aged 18 to 21) (Amendment) Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 252), dated 2 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 3 March, be annulled.
86 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 53
Labour: 26
Independent: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
1st March 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2017

NORTHERN RAIL

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House welcomes the fact that Northern Rail passengers are currently guaranteed a safety-critical train guard on board every Northern Rail train to assist in protecting the safety of the train and passengers, provide advice and assistance and allow disabled passengers to embark and disembark at unstaffed stations; is …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
23rd February 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2017

CAPITA'S MANAGEMENT OF THE NATIONAL DENTAL PERFORMERS' LIST

Tabled by: Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House notes with concern the reports of Capita's mismanagement of the National Dental Performers' List; understands that any dentist who wants to practise general NHS dentistry in England needs to be granted a Dental Performer number; is concerned that since the management of the list was contracted to …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
20th February 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2017

EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION SACKED STAFF

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with great concern the decision of the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) to sack 10 staff members on 9 February 2017 via email and with only one day's notice; further notes that seven of those who were sacked are of black and minority ethnic (BME) …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 19
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st February 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd February 2017

SMALL CLAIMS LIMIT

Tabled by: David Hanson (Labour - Delyn)
That this House cherishes access to justice for victims of workplace accidents and industrial diseases; notes that in these often difficult and complicated cases, victims require proper legal representation and expert reports, the costs of which cannot be recovered when taken through a small claims court; therefore opposes a Government …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd February 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd February 2017

NUCLEAR WORKERS' PENSIONS

Tabled by: Albert Owen (Labour - Ynys Môn)
That this House is greatly concerned about the proposed pension reforms to civil nuclear workers on Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) estates; notes that during the course of the Enterprise Act 2016, these workers were also marked for a cap to be imposed on their exit payments, and were assured at …
127 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 87
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 6
Crossbench: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th February 2017
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WIGAN WARRIORS AND WARRINGTON WOLVES

Tabled by: Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House congratulates Wigan Warriors and Warrington Wolves on their World Club Series victories over Cronulla Sharks and Brisbane Broncos respectively; thanks and applauds all clubs for an outstanding spectacle of rugby; believes that these victories illustrate the quality and skill level of the sport in the northern hemisphere; …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
9th February 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st February 2017

BRITISH AIRWAYS MIXED FLEET CABIN CREW PAY DISPUTE

Tabled by: John Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House supports workers in British Airways Mixed Fleet cabin crew in their current industrial dispute over pay; condemns the significant pay package of £6.5 million to the boss of the airline's parent company, International Airlines Group; contrasts that package with reports that the starting basic pay of a …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th January 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st February 2017

HUBER BALLESTEROS

Tabled by: Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House welcomes the release from prison of political prisoner Huber Ballesteros who was arrested three years ago as he was about to travel to the UK to address the TUC Congress; maintains that the charges against him were concocted and false; congratulates Justice for Colombia for its tireless …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th January 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st February 2017

IN MEMORY OF TAM DALYELL

Tabled by: George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House notes with great regret the passing of Sir Tam Dalyell, a Father of the House who served as a Member of Parliament for 43 years; salutes his contribution as a great parliamentarian and as someone dedicated always to holding the Executive to account in the best parliamentary …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 14
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
30th January 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 31st January 2017

VISIT TO PARLIAMENT BY PRESIDENT TRUMP

Tabled by: Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House deplores recent actions taken by US President Donald J Trump, including his Executive Order on Immigration and Refugees, and notably his comments on torture and women; notes the historical significance and honour that comes with an invitation to address both Houses of Parliament in Westminster Hall or …
206 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 135
Scottish National Party: 49
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
18th January 2017
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Friday 20th January 2017

ADOPTION OF A FORMAL DEFINITION OF ANTISEMITISM

Tabled by: Lord Mann (Non-affiliated - Bassetlaw)
That this House welcomes the Prime Minister's announcement of 12 December 2016 that Britain will adopt a formal definition of antisemitism in response to the work of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA); recognises that a recommendation formally to adopt a definition was first made in the All-Party Parliamentary Inquiry …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th December 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016

GOVERNMENT RAIL CONTRACTS AND DRIVER ONLY OPERATION

Tabled by: Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House notes that Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), which is seeking to extend driver only operation, runs Southern Rail services through a contract let by the Government; further notes that the unions have recently reached agreement on other government rail contracts, such as Great Western and East Coast in …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th December 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016

FIFA RECOGNITION OF FOOTBALL TEAMS IN THE OCCUPIED PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes with considerable concern that six football teams based in illegal Israeli settlements are playing in the Israeli football league, in the 3rd, 4th and 5th tiers, organised by the Israel Football Association (IFA), a member of FIFA; further notes that UN resolutions and international law are …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th December 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th December 2016

CHILDREN'S FUNERAL COSTS

Tabled by: Carolyn Harris (Labour - Swansea East)
That this House notes that approximately 5,000 infants and children pass away each year in the UK; further notes that the cost of children's funerals imposes a significant and unexpected financial burden on bereaved parents; recognises that some local authorities, as well as religious officiants and undertakers, currently waive all …
169 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 124
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd November 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 22nd November 2016

PARAMILITARIES IN COLOMBIA

Tabled by: Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House welcomes the revised peace agreement reached in Colombia this week between the government of Colombia and the FARC-EP; is alarmed by the rise of paramilitary activity in Colombia since the initial peace agreement was signed at the end of September; notes that the number of people forced …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 10
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd November 2016

CLYDESDALE BANK REFINANCING PRACTICES

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the June 2012 findings of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) that there were serious failings in the sale of interest rate hedging products to some small and medium-sized businesses by Clydesdale Bank; further notes the earlier critical findings of the Treasury Select Committee that the voluntary …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 50
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st 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
26th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 27th October 2016

FOOTBALL CORRUPTION

Tabled by: Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House is concerned by the widening detachment between the fans who love the game and a growing number of football owners, authorities and leading figures; is shocked that the England manager has resigned after just 67 days for what the Football Association has called inappropriate conduct and a …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 27th October 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
19th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 27th October 2016

80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF CABLE STREET

Tabled by: Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House welcomes the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Cable Street both inside and outside the Jewish community in October 2016; recognises the continuing importance of the battle to the UK's national history; and reaffirms its commitment to the fight against racism, fascism and antisemitism.
55 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th October 2016

PUBLIC SERVICE PENSIONS

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Local Government Pension Scheme (Management and Investment of Funds) Regulations 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 946), dated 21 September 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 23 September 2016, be annulled.
130 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 90
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 10
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
19th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th October 2016

FUTURE OF THE POST OFFICE

Tabled by: Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House is extremely concerned about announcements made by the Post Office in 2016 which will mean the closure of more than 60 of its flagship branches, the loss of around 2,000 jobs and the closure of its defined benefit pension scheme; notes that these are the latest in …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 33
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 24th October 2016

KAMAL FOROUGHI AND NAZANIN ZAGHARI-RATCLIFFE

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses grave concern regarding the cases of Mr Kamal Foroughi and Ms Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, British dual nationals, who are currently imprisoned without charge in Iran; is worried for the health and safety of Mr Foroughi and Ms Zaghari-Ratcliffe who have both been kept in solitary confinement at …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 19
Independent: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
19th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 19th October 2016

COLOMBIAN PEACE AGREEMENT

Tabled by: Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House welcomes the official signing of the peace agreement between the government of Colombia and the FARC-EP and congratulates both sides on reaching this agreement after 52 years of conflict; recognises the ground breaking gender focus of the agreement and the transitional justice element which places the rights …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th October 2016

WINDING UP OF FIFA'S ANTI-RACISM TASKFORCE

Tabled by: Christian Matheson (Independent - City of Chester)
That this House expresses concern about the recent news that FIFA has disbanded its anti-racism taskforce; notes with consternation that FIFA states that the job of the taskforce is over despite abundant evidence of continuing racism in world football, including incidents at the UEFA European Championships in France in summer …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th October 2016

BUSINESS RATE CHANGES FOR ROOFTOP SOLAR

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the urgency of tackling climate change and the Government’s signing of the Paris Agreement; further notes the first International Energy Association annual report on global energy investment which warns that global investment in renewables needs to triple to meet the Paris Agreement commitments; takes note of …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
10th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th 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
10th October 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th October 2016

DOMESTIC ABUSE SURVIVORS AND ANONYMOUS ELECTORAL REGISTRATION

Tabled by: Marie Rimmer (Labour - St Helens South and Whiston)
That this House believes that current legislation for anonymous electoral registration disenfranchises a large proportion of domestic abuse survivors; commends the campaign by Women's Aid and Mehala Osborne to change the current legislation; notes that many domestic abuse survivors do not involve the police or courts in their own circumstances …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th September 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016

SCRAPPING SCHOOL SPRINKLERS

Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House deplores the decision to scrap the expectation that sprinklers will be installed in all new school buildings except for low risk schools; believes that such a retrograde measure could compromise the safety of children, staff, local communities and firefighters; recognises that sprinkler systems help ensure swift evacuation …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th September 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016

ISLAMIC STATE/DAESH - GENOCIDE

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House recalls that on 20 April 2016 the House voted 278-0 in favour of declaring the actions of Islamic State/DAESH as genocide; notes that since that time that organisation has continued its appalling and systematic extermination of minority groups across Syria and Iraq; is dismayed that since that …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th September 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016

TEAM GB SUCCESS AT THE RIO 2016 OLYMPIC GAMES

Tabled by: Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House congratulates Team GB on its stunning success at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games; notes that this is the first time that any country has improved its total medal haul immediately after hosting an Olympic Games; further notes that this is Team GB's best performance on foreign soil, …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
6th September 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016

REVIEW OF EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern the growing casualisation of the labour market, and in particular the unwarranted blanket use of zero-hours contracts by highly profitable companies, such as Sports Direct, as well the bogus self-employment model adopted by companies, such as Deliveroo, Hermes and Uber, that undermine legal obligations …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th September 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 15th September 2016

COUNT THEM IN CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House loudly applauds the Count Them In campaign launched by the Royal British Legion, Poppy Scotland and others to highlight the lack of gathered knowledge on members of our armed forces, their communities, where they live and their needs; wholeheartedly supports the objective to include new questions in …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th September 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 15th September 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
7th September 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 15th September 2016

AIR CHINA PASSENGER ADVICE

Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
That this House condemns the racist advice given by Air China to its passengers when visiting London; notes Air China advises that precautions are needed when entering areas populated by Indians, Pakistanis and black people; and calls on the airline to replace that advice with a general safety warning.
34 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th September 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 15th September 2016

80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE JARROW MARCH

Tabled by: Stephen Hepburn (Independent - Jarrow)
That this House commemorates with pride the 80th anniversary of the inspirational Jarrow Crusade; salutes the 200 jobless men who set off for London on 5 October 1936 to highlight the grim reality of life without work; commends the proud marchers who wanted Parliament to understand they were orderly, responsible …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th September 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 15th September 2016

LOCAL PHARMACY SERVICES

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that a petition containing over two million signatures, representing approximately 3,500 citizens in every parliamentary constituency in the UK and supported by a wide array of patient groups, was recently handed into 10 Downing Street concerning proposed cuts to local pharmacy services; notes that the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
12th September 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 12th September 2016

FUTURE OF COVENTRY CITY FOOTBALL CLUB

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes the uncertain future facing Coventry City Football Club with the agreement with Wasps Holdings Limited allowing them to play at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry due to expire in 2018; further notes with concern that talks between the football club and Wasps Holdings Limited have broken …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
7th September 2016
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PEACE PROCESS IN COLOMBIA

Tabled by: Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House congratulates both the government of Colombia and the FARC-EP on reaching a final agreement on Peace for Colombia; welcomes the bilateral ceasefire; pays tribute to the British and Irish trades union movement and its campaign Justice for Colombia for building international support for the peace process; commends …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th July 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016

PNEUMOCONIOSIS AND GRANT OF PROBATE

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is concerned about the decision of the Department of Work and Pensions to include a requirement that relatives of deceased mineworkers be required to accompany any application with a Grant of Probate, the purpose of doing so to apparently reduce the overall amount of compensation payable under …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th July 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 18th July 2016

TREATMENT OF TRADE UNION ACTIVISTS AT SAMWORTH BROTHERS

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House condemns the dismissal of Kumaran Bose from the Kettleby Foods site in Leicester owned by Samworth Brothers, despite an unblemished 12 year record of employment for the company, on spurious allegations of bullying his managers; believes that Mr Bose's dismissal is an act of victimisation against a …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
6th July 2016
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STUDENT NURSES' BURSARIES

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware of the looming crisis facing the NHS and its ability to deliver safe and high quality care, in particular the current dangerous shortage of nurses and other clinicians; is alarmed by Government plans to replace the current NHS bursary with the student loans scheme equivalent …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
15th June 2016
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NON-PAYMENT OF NATIONAL LIVING WAGE AND SEAFARER EMPLOYMENT ON OFFSHORE SUPPLY VESSELS

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is concerned by ongoing job losses, alleged visa abuses and low pay in the offshore supply vessel (OSV) sector which services the UK oil and gas industry in the North Sea; notes that the downturn in oil prices since August 2014 has led to over 1,000 job …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th June 2016
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REFUGEE WEEK 2016

Tabled by: Thangam Debbonaire (Labour - Bristol West)
That this House welcomes Refugee Week 2016, which runs from 20 to 26 June; believes that this year's theme for Refugee Week of Welcome is particularly important given that the world is currently facing the greatest refugee crisis since the end of the Second World War, with 20 million refugees …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th June 2016
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TRINITY MIRROR AND GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House deplores the announcement from Trinity Mirror that it will be scrapping eight jobs at the North Wales newspaper, the Daily Post, including its only reporter based at the National Assembly for Wales; notes that the National Assembly for Wales has responsibility for the Welsh NHS, Welsh schools …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
14th June 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th June 2016

FIRST WOMEN'S RUGBY LEAGUE MATCH IN MIDDLE EAST

Tabled by: Marie Rimmer (Labour - St Helens South and Whiston)
That this House welcomes the first ever women's rugby league match in the Middle East; applauds Jounieh Hummingbirds and American University of Beirut (AUB) Women in playing the fixture at Jounieh's Fouad Chehab in Lebanon; recognises the encounter as an historic and important step in the development of the sport …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016

COLOMBIAN STATE VIOLENCE AGAINST DEMOCRATIC PROTESTORS

Tabled by: Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House notes the Agrarian Strike on-going in Colombia in light of the Colombian government's failure since 2013 to fulfil its agreements to address the economic crisis in rural Colombia and the specific demands of the Agrarian Coalition; supports the Agrarian Coalition's democratic right to protest; condemns the excessive …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
7th June 2016
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LAND REGISTRY PRIVATISATION

Tabled by: David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That this House expresses grave concern at the proposed privatisation of the Land Registry; expresses further concern that any privatisation will have serious consequences for transparency and accountability in the UK property market and hinder efforts to crackdown on corruption and money entering the UK property market via offshore jurisdictions; …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 9
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
26th May 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2016

PALESTINIAN OIL AND GAS RESERVES

Tabled by: Paula Sherriff (Labour - Dewsbury)
That this House acknowledges the view of the World Bank that Israel's occupation is preventing Palestine from accessing its natural resources, including not only oil and gas but also agricultural land and water acquifers; notes that the natural gas reserves of Gaza Marine 1 and Noa South of Gaza Marine …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
25th May 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2016

INDUSTRIAL ACTION AT PENNINE FOODS, SHEFFIELD

Tabled by: Gill Furniss (Labour - Sheffield, Brightside and Hillsborough)
That this House is disturbed by widespread reports that employers across the country are seeking to offset the costs of the new National Living Wage by undermining the terms and conditions of employment of their staff; believes that the attempted imposition of new contracts at the Pennine Foods plant in …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th June 2016
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FUTURE OF THE BBC NEWS CHANNEL

Tabled by: Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House is concerned by reports that BBC management are considering plans to close the BBC News Channel altogether, or to significantly alter its character; does not believe that the commercially-operated BBC World News TV Channel, funded through advertising, offers anything like an adequate replacement for the UK news …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
25th May 2016
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YULIN DOG MEAT FESTIVAL 2016

Tabled by: Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House condemns the plans to go ahead with the Yulin Dog Meat Festival 2016 in Yulin, China; expresses deep concern at the barbaric, cruel and inhumane manner in which dogs have been slaughtered in the past; is appalled at the theft of domestic pets and rounding up of …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th May 2016
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PUPPY FARMING

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the report Sold a pup?, published in 2016 by the RSPCA, on exposing the dog breeding trade in the UK; recognises that English law on dog breeding has not been updated since the Breeding and Sale of Dogs (Welfare) Act 1999, and that consolidation of existing …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd May 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 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
23rd May 2016
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CONSULTATION ON FUTURE OF THE WEST COAST MAIN LINE AND INTERMEDIATE STATIONS

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes the consultation launched by the Government on 10 May 2016 entitled InterCity West Coast rail franchise consultation; further notes that the consultation document considers reducing the number of stops required at intermediate stations to enable reductions in the overall journey time to Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool or …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
23rd May 2016
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SUPPORTING BRITISH MANUFACTURING

Tabled by: Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House commends First Group plc for its decision, announced on 27 April 2016, to invest £70 million in the purchase of 305 new buses; notes that 204 of these buses will be built by ADL in Scotland and 91 by Wrightbus in Northern Ireland; recognises the benefits to …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th May 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th May 2016

BLACKLISTING COMPENSATION PAYMENTS

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House welcomes the recent public apology and admission of wrongdoing made by eight major construction firms in the High Court, and the settlement reached between the construction workers, Unite the Union, GMB and UCATT trade unions, the Blacklist Support Group and their legal teams with those construction firms …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 12
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th May 2016
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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
18th May 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 19th May 2016

MOTHERS' NAMES AND MARRIAGE CERTIFICATES

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that regulations from 1986 mean that it is still the case that the particulars to be registered for marriage include details of the fathers and not the mothers of the bride and groom; believes that the law should not perpetuate the offensive and outdated message that …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
20th April 2016
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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
18th April 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 21st April 2016

INTRODUCTION OF THE NATIONAL LIVING WAGE AND EMPLOYEE CONTRACTS

Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
That this House is aware that employers are currently seeking to offset the increased costs of implementation of the national living wage (NLW) policy by reducing long-standing terms and conditions by removing shift premium payments, overtime rates, sick pay and bank holiday pay; notes that the level of the NLW …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
13th April 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 14th April 2016

HM LAND REGISTRY PRIVATISATION

Tabled by: Carolyn Harris (Labour - Swansea East)
That this House is deeply concerned by the Government's proposals to privatise HM Land Registry; notes that the Government launched the consultation document at 5pm on the last sitting day before the Easter Recess when the House had risen; is aware that previous plans to privatise HM Land Registry were …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th April 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 14th April 2016

NEONICOTINOIDS

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House notes the overwhelming evidence that pesticides containing dangerous neonicotinoids are harmful to the environment and much of the wildlife within it, most notably the common bee species; and calls on the Government to give its continued support to the current EU-wide ban on neonics and argue for …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 8
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th April 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 14th April 2016

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL DEATH PENALTY REPORT

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the publishing of Amnesty International's annual review on the death penalty; celebrates the decline in death sentences recorded in 2015, which dropped from at least 2,466 in 2014 to at least 1,998 in 2015; is however deeply concerned that at least 1,634 people were executed in …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
13th April 2016
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STOKE GIFFORD PARISH COUNCIL PARK RUN DECISION

Tabled by: Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House expresses disappointment at the decision of Stoke Gifford Parish Council to begin charging Parkrun for use of its parks, becoming the first in the world to do so, effectively destroying the central ethos of Parkrun; notes that Parkrun is an organisation which provides a free, timed five …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 6
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
21st March 2016
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TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) (Amendment) Order 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 332), dated 10 March 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 11 March 2016, be annulled.
95 signatures
(Most recent: 12 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 86
Independent: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
11th April 2016
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ANIMALS

Tabled by: Kerry McCarthy (Labour - Bristol East)
That the draft Code of Recommendations for the Welfare of Livestock: Meat Chickens and Breeding Chickens (Revocation) (England) Order 2016, which was laid before this House on 22 February, be not made.
9 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th March 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th April 2016

LAUNDERETTES AND REMOVAL OF PLANNING PROTECTIONS

Tabled by: Ruth Cadbury (Labour - Brentford and Isleworth)
That this House notes that launderettes continue to be a vital part of our communities as well as being an important safety net for many people, especially those on low-incomes or living in privately-rented housing; regrets the Government's decision to remove planning protections that currently prevent launderettes from being changed …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
23rd March 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th April 2016

WOMEN APPRENTICES

Tabled by: Jess Phillips (Labour - Birmingham, Yardley)
That this House believes that apprenticeships offer a vital opportunity for young people to earn a living, learn new skills and make an invaluable contribution to the organisations for which they work, their local communities and to the wider economy; shares concerns raised by Young Women's Trust research that young …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd March 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th April 2016

POPE FRANCIS AND ABOLITION OF THE DEATH PENALTY

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes Pope Francis's call for worldwide abolition of the death penalty on 21 February 2016, and welcomes his call for Catholic national political leaders to suspend the death penalty during the Catholic Church's Year of Mercy, which began on 8 December 2015 and ends on 20 November …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 13
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
21st March 2016
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FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF DISAPPEARANCE OF REBECCA CORIAM

Tabled by: Christian Matheson (Independent - City of Chester)
That this House notes that 22 March 2016 marks five years since Rebecca Coriam, of Chester, disappeared whilst working on the Bahamas-registered Disney Cruise Lines vessel, Disney Wonder, sailing between the USA and Mexico; further notes that a cursory investigation into her disappearance was conducted by the ship's captain and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th March 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 21st March 2016

DEMOLITION OF PALESTINIAN HOMES BY ISRAEL

Tabled by: Alan Duncan (Conservative - Rutland and Melton)
That this House condemns the major escalation in demolitions by the Israeli government in the Occupied Palestinian Territories; notes that 293 structural demolitions have taken place in the first six weeks of 2016, including numerous homes; expresses concern for the devastating effects such demolitions have on innocent civilians; further notes …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
11th March 2016
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BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH (No. 2)

Tabled by: Jamie Reed (Labour - Copeland)
That this House commends the invaluable work undertaken by Brain Tumour Research; recognises the importance of research into the disease that kills more children and adults under 40 than any other cancer; encourages everyone to support Wear a Hat Day on 24 March 2016; and extends its sincerest thanks to …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
8th March 2016
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PUPPY FARMING

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the report, Sold a pup?, published in 2016 by the RSPCA, on exposing the dog breeding trade in the UK; recognises that English law on dog breeding has not been updated since the Breeding and Sale of Dogs (Welfare) Act 1999, and that consolidation of existing …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 5 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th March 2016
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PROVISION OF SANITARY PRODUCTS THROUGH PRESCRIPTION OR VOUCHERS

Tabled by: Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House believes that no-one should have to go without sanitary products during menstruation; recognises that many women in poverty are unable to afford sanitary towels and tampons and are ashamed to ask food banks for assistance; recommends that sanitary goods be made available without charge either through free …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th March 2016
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CANCER

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the cancer breakthrough which seeks to use the immune system to target cells with tumours; and congratulates Cancer Research and all other bodies that made this possible and which will continue to fight every day for an end to cancer.
17 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th March 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2016

CLOSED SYSTEM FOR CHAMPIONS LEAGUE PLACES

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House rejects the comments made by Charlie Stillitano, Chairman of Relevent Sports, that the largest five teams in British football should be given a permanent place in the Champions League in a modified closed system; notes the regrettably blasé comments by Mr Stillitano about historic football clubs such …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
7th March 2016
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BAN ON MICROBEADS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern the biological and toxicological harm caused by microbeads, tiny plastic particles used as exfoliating agents in a variety of cosmetic products such as scrubs, soaps and toothpaste; further notes that in the US a ban on microbeads in cosmetic and personal care products will …
84 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 29
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
7th March 2016
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40TH ANNIVERSARY OF ACTION AT THE GRUNWICK PHOTO PROCESSING PLANT

Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
This House recognises and celebrates the solidarity, persistence and determination of the predominantly female and Asian workforce at the Grunwick Photo Processing Plant in West London who took part in landmark action to secure trade union recognition; notes that 2016 is the 40th anniversary of that dispute and recognises that …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
7th March 2016
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ELECTORAL REGISTRATION OF YOUNG PEOPLE

Tabled by: Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House notes that data released recently by the Office for National Statistics further exposes an electoral registration crisis in our democracy, particularly for 16 and 17 year-old attainers; further notes the success of the Chief Electoral Officer of Northern Ireland's Schools Initiative scheme in improving registration rates among …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th January 2016
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COUNCILS AND ETHICAL INVESTMENT

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with great concern that the Government is planning to amend the Local Government Pension Scheme Regulations 2009 to prevent local government from choosing not to invest funds in companies involved in the arms trade, illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank, tobacco industries or fossil fuels; …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th February 2016
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COLOMBIAN PEACE PROCESS

Tabled by: Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House commends the historic advances reached by the government of the Republic of Colombia and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia as part of the peace process taking place in Havana; calls on both sides to continue the talks, overcome any recent difficulties and return to constructive engagement …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
22nd February 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2016

BRITISH SCIENTISTS AND GRAVITATIONAL WAVES

Tabled by: Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall South)
That this House acknowledges the discovery of gravitational waves as a triumph for humanity which confirms Albert Einstein's 100 year old theory of general relativity, and is expected to provide vital insights into the evolution of stars, supernovae, gamma-ray bursts, neutron stars and black holes; commends the decades of scientific …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2016

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL AND OPPOSITION TO TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House congratulates Birmingham City Council, the largest local authority in Europe, on having passed a motion opposing the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP); believes that TTIP exists to transfer power and wealth into the hands of global multinational companies whose only concern is profit; notes with concern …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th February 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016

SUPPORT FOR ROYAL NAVY AND ROYAL MARINES SERVICE LEAVERS

Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House recognises the need for greater co-operation between separate service charities and those charities and the Armed Forces of the Crown; accordingly welcomes the launch of the Shipmates and Oppos programme for the support of all Service Leavers of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and their Reserves; congratulates …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 8
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th February 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016

BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House calls for an increase in the percentage of national spend on research into cancer to be spent on research for better diagnosis and treatment of brain tumours; expresses concern that brain tumours received 1.5 per cent, £7.7 million, of the £498 million national spend on research into …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
8th February 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016

THE NHS BURSARY

Tabled by: Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House celebrates the contribution of student nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and other healthcare staff; has serious concerns about the potential impact of removing NHS bursaries on the recruitment and retention of staff; and calls on the Government to drop its plans to remove NHS bursaries and instead …
156 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Non-affiliated: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
8th February 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016

LIVERPOOL FANS TICKET PROTEST

Tabled by: John Pugh (Liberal Democrat - Southport)
That this House supports the protests made by Liverpool Football Club supporters in response to ticket prices showing little regard to or respect for the club's loyal fanbase; recognises that football clubs are not simply large businesses intent on maximising shareholder value but are part of the life and soul …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
4th February 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016

CHANGES TO THE COMMUNITY PHARMACY NETWORK

Tabled by: Lord Mann (Non-affiliated - Bassetlaw)
That this House notes that the Government intends to introduce changes to the community pharmacy network; recognises that the Government's plans would see community pharmacies close; further notes that community pharmacies are part of the fabric of communities and a place to get face-to-face healthcare advice without an appointment; and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
1st February 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016

LGBT HISTORY MONTH (No. 2)

Tabled by: Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House notes that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans (LGBT) History Month takes place in February and welcomes 2016's theme of Religion, Belief and Philosophy; celebrates the seismic shift in legal equality for LGBT people under successive Labour governments from 1997 to 2010, including the abolition of Section 28, …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 5
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th January 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016

THE HYPOTHESISED RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN BOVINE TUBERCULOSIS AND MELES MELES (EUROPEAN BADGER)

Tabled by: Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes the Government has to date authorised £25,000,000 expenditure on the culling of badgers in England and Wales; further notes that this equates to expenditure of approximately £7,000 per European Badger killed; recognises that the hypothesised relationship between bovine tuberculosis and Meles meles, European Badger, is as …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 3 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
25th January 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016

INVESTITURE OF THE CHANCELLOR BARONESS LAWRENCE OF CLARENDON OBE

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House congratulates Baroness Lawrence of Claredon OBE on her investiture as the Chancellor of de Montfort University; notes the Baroness' work to influence and empower young people to engage in politics; and wishes Baroness Lawrence the best of luck in her role as Chancellor.
8 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
13th January 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 21st January 2016

UK BORDER FORCE INSPECTIONS AT SMALL PORTS AND AIRPORTS

Tabled by: David Hanson (Labour - Delyn)
That this House is deeply concerned about the lack of inspections undertaken by the UK Border Force at small ports and airports with as many as 67,500 small boats and aircraft entering the UK each year without being met by border staff; is concerned that organised criminals will be able …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th January 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 21st January 2016

TFL CONSULTATION ON VAUXHALL CROSS AND VAUXHALL BUS STATION

Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House regrets that Transport for London (TfL) and the London Borough of Lambeth have disregarded requests from local residents to extend the consultation period about their plans for the future of Vauxhall Cross and the proposed demolition of the bus station; notes that so far fewer than 1,000 …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
5th January 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 21st January 2016

ELECTRICITY

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Feed-in Tariffs (Amendment) (No. 3) Order 2015 (S.I., 2015, No. 2045), dated 16 December 2015, a copy of which was laid before this House on 18 December 2015, be annulled
34 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th January 2016
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th January 2016

3000TH EDITION OF LEAGUE EXPRESS

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House acknowledges the landmark 3000th edition of Rugby Leaguer and League Express, published on 4 January 2016; recognises the periodical in its various guises has been an important and stalwart part of the rugby league tapestry since 1949 and as League Express since September 1990; congratulates Editor Martyn …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th December 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th January 2016

BOLTON WANDERERS FOOTBALL CLUB

Tabled by: Yasmin Qureshi (Labour - Bolton South East)
That this House notes that Bolton Wanderers Football Club (BWFC) is in severe financial difficulties and is facing the threat of administration; further notes that BWFC was a Premier League team and could now face the prospect of a 12 points deduction and possible relegation to League One; notes that …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
8th December 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 10th December 2015

COMMENTS BY DONALD TRUMP

Tabled by: Imran Hussain (Labour - Bradford East)
That this House condemns the recent comments by US Republican Presidential Candidate, Donald Trump, regarding his call for a ban on Muslims entering the United States; notes that the language he uses is extremely divisive and will incite discrimination and hatred; further notes that such comments will be seized upon …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th December 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 10th December 2015

CADBURY'S NON-PAYMENT OF TAX ON UK PROFITS

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with great concern that Mondelez, the company which owns chocolate company Cadbury, paid no UK corporation tax on its 2014 profits of £96.5 million; condemns Mondelez's decision to avoid paying taxes in the UK by offsetting its tax liability against interest payments due on a bond …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th November 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 10th December 2015

SHORT-NOTICE SHIFT CANCELLATION IN FAST FOOD INDUSTRY

Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
That this House is deeply concerned that a recent survey of popular restaurant chains who collectively operate over 9,000 outlets nationwide found that only a quarter of such employers ruled out cancelling shifts without notice; notes that this practice, known as shift-shafting, can lead to employees arriving at work only …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd 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
9th November 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th November 2015

HAROLD WILSON CENTENARY IN 2016

Tabled by: Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House notes that 11 March 2016 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Harold Wilson; further notes that Harold Wilson won four general elections, kept the UK out of Vietnam but in NATO and successfully delivered a referendum on the EU; considers that Mr Wilson introduced vast …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Conservative: 2
6th November 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 9th November 2015

SENATOR IVAN CEPEDA AND THE COLOMBIAN PEACE PROCESS

Tabled by: Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House expresses its full support for fellow parliamentarian, Colombian Senator Ivan Cepeda, recognising his positive role in the Colombian peace process; notes the hostility to the peace process from Inspector General Alejandro Ordóñez who has now brought charges against Senator Cepeda which could lead to his impeachment; recognises …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
27th October 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2015

SUPPLY TEACHERS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House appreciates and values the work of supply teachers, who are an essential resource for schools; is concerned that in the past five years there has been a significant increase in the number and cost of agencies supplying teachers to schools, meaning increasing amounts of public money going …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
23rd October 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th October 2015

SAVE OUR STEEL CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Anna Turley (Labour (Co-op) - Redcar)
That this House congratulates the Daily Mirror on its Save our Steel campaign; is concerned by the crisis in the UK steel industry; recognises the fundamental importance of steel manufacturing to the UK economy and that sector's role in supporting tens of thousands of jobs in its supply chains, while …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd October 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th October 2015

FOOD HYGIENE

Tabled by: David Crausby (Labour - Bolton North East)
That this House notes the difference in available food hygiene information in different parts of the UK; acknowledges that under UK law food outlets have no compulsion to display their food hygiene information, and customers can often only find this information online; recognises the value of a food hygiene rating …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
21st October 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd October 2015

TACKLING HOLIDAY HUNGER

Tabled by: Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House notes that thousands of children in the UK are suffering from hunger and malnutrition during school holidays; further notes the impact that this has on children's wellbeing and educational attainment; recognises the need to provide greater support for projects which are working to ensure children are fed …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Independent: 1
19th October 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd October 2015

JUNIOR DOCTORS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House recognises that junior doctors are dedicated professionals who are the backbone of the NHS, providing the best quality care for their patients; believes it is essential to ensure a contract that is safe for patients, junior doctors and the NHS; supports the view of the BMA's Junior …
90 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 54
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
19th October 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd October 2015

ACCESS TO DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY TREATMENT, TRANSLARNA

Tabled by: Mary Glindon (Labour - North Tyneside)
That this House notes the draft guidance published by NICE to not approve the Duchenne muscular dystrophy treatment called Translarna at this stage; acknowledges that NICE has requested further data on cost and information from the latest phase of the clinical trial from PTC Therapeutics, the pharmaceutical company which manufactures …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd October 2015

IMMIGRATION

Tabled by: David Hanson (Labour - Delyn)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Asylum Support (Amendment No. 3) Regulation 2015 (S.I., 2015, No. 1501), dated 8 July 2015, a copy of which was laid before this House on 16 July, be annulled.
51 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
19th October 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th October 2015

HOMELESSNESS AND PHILANTHROPY

Tabled by: Liz McInnes (Labour - Heywood and Middleton)
That this House recognises the charitable and humanitarian gesture made by former Manchester United players Gary Neville and Ryan Giggs in allowing homeless people to stay in their property, the former stock exchange building, over the coming winter; notes that across England there are over 700,000 empty buildings which, if …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
12th October 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th October 2015

SUPER LEAGUE RUGBY IN MANCHESTER

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House celebrates the wonderful spectacle of sport that was the 2015 Super League Grand Final, played to a sell-out 73,512 crowd in Manchester on 10 October 2015; congratulates Leeds Rhinos and commiserates with Wigan Warriors; thanks and applauds both clubs for an outstanding spectacle of rugby; believes the …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
12th October 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 15th October 2015

'ONE TEAM FOR OUR NHS' CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House recognises the essential work carried out by support staff in helping the NHS achieve consistently high standards of care and patient experience; believes that everyone who works in the NHS should be properly valued, whatever role they fill; asserts that the media-driven divide between frontline clinical services …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 15th October 2015

REPRESENTATION OF THE PEOPLE

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Electoral Registration and Administration Act 2013 (Transitional Provisions) Order 2015 (S.I., 2015, No. 1520), dated 15 July 2015, a copy of which was laid before this House on 16 July, be annulled
131 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th September 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015

MOTHERS' NAMES AND MARRIAGE CERTIFICATES

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that regulations from 1986 mean it is still the case that the particulars to be registered for marriage include details of the fathers and not the mothers of the bride and groom; believes our law should not perpetuate the offensive and outdated message that marriage is …
121 signatures
(Most recent: 3 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 7
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
10th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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
11th September 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2015

REDUCTION IN FUNDING FOR SOLAR POWER

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with great concern the Government's plans to cut support for solar power by cutting the feed-in tariff by 87 per cent; believes that will be extremely destructive for the solar industry; observes that solar power is renewable, carbon-free, and is rapidly becoming cheaper, with the cost …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 12
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
14th September 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2015

EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNAL FEES

Tabled by: Justin Madders (Labour - Ellesmere Port and Neston)
That this House notes that, in the first year following the introduction of fees for employment tribunal claims, the number of claims accepted fell by 77 per cent, from 187,441 between October 2012 and September 2013 to 43,961 between October 2013 and September 2014; further notes that there was no …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th September 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015

POST OFFICE HORIZON COMPUTER SYSTEM

Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House notes with concern that a number of postmasters have been forced to pay back thousands of pounds, or have been prosecuted or imprisoned, solely on the basis of questionable data indicating cash shortfalls from the Post Office Horizon computer system introduced in 2000; further notes that the …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
8th September 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015

120th ANNIVERSARY OF RUGBY LEAGUE

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House acknowledges the 120th anniversary of the birth of rugby league football; welcomes the sport's creation on 29 August 1895 at the George Hotel in Huddersfield; is grateful to the clubs that created the Northern Union, Batley, Bradford, Brighouse, Broughton Rangers, Halifax, Huddersfield, Hull FC, Hunslet, Leeds, Leigh, …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
20th July 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015

VOTE ON FOX HUNTING

Tabled by: Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House notes the settled view of the country and of hon. Members that the tormenting and killing of defenceless animals for fun is not acceptable; believes it was an act of cowardice by the Government to deny a democratic vote on fox hunting, just because the "nasty party", …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
8th September 2015
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UK ARMS SALES TO ISRAEL

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House notes the report published by War on Want in July 2015 entitled Arming Apartheid: UK Complicity in Israel's Crimes Against the Palestinian People, which details the UK's arms trade with Israel; further notes that, despite promises given, UK-made weapons and military technologies continue to be sold to …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 11
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
8th September 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 10th September 2015

USE OF CAGES TO REAR BIRDS FOR SHOOTING

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that every year some 50 million pheasants and partridges are mass-produced to be shot for so-called sport and that a large number of the breeding birds are confined for the whole of their productive lives in unnatural, unpleasant, crowded metal battery units, known in …
117 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
7th September 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015

NATIONAL HOMES REGISTER TO HELP ALLEVIATE THE REFUGEE CRISIS

Tabled by: Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House is appalled at the humanitarian crisis unfolding on the doorstep of Europe and urges the Government to honour and follow in the great traditions of the UK by accepting many more thousands of genuine and desperate refugees, caused by the greatest displacement of people since the Second …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th July 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015

GROUP B STREPTOCOCCUS AWARENESS

Tabled by: Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House supports the launch of the Why guess when you can test? campaign; hopes that this will raise much needed awareness of how to prevent an infection recognised to be the most common cause of serious infection in newborn babies; recognises that group B Streptococcus (GBS) causes septicaemia, …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
14th July 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 16th July 2015

UNION RECOGNITION BY QINETIQ

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls on QinetiQ to restore union recognition for its workforce, particularly given its plans to expand the Butec facility based at Kyle of Lochalsh and the net loss of jobs envisaged through those proposals.
41 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 6
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th July 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 16th July 2015

STATISTICS ON DEATHS OF INCAPACITY BENEFIT AND EMPLOYMENT AND SUPPORT ALLOWANCE CLAIMANTS

Tabled by: Marie Rimmer (Labour - St Helens South and Whiston)
That this House notes that on 30 April 2015 the Information Commission took a decision that the Government must disclose the number of incapacity benefit and employment and support allowance claimants who have died since November 2011 until May 2014 within 35 calendar days; acknowledges the petition signed by over …
121 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
13th July 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 16th July 2015

ISRAELI MILITARY TREATMENT OF PALESTINIAN CHILDREN

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House condemns the charging of Palestinian children with offences under Israeli military law and their trial in military courts since the occupation of Palestinian territory in 1967; further condemns the arrests, detention and prosecution of around 700 Palestinian children in the Israeli military court system each year; acknowledges …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 19
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th July 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th 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
2nd July 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 2nd July 2015

ENERGY COMPANY TREATMENT OF PREPAYMENT METER CUSTOMERS

Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
That this House notes the recent Ofgem report calling on all energy suppliers to treat prepayment meter (PPM) customers fairly; further notes that households need more support in switching to different tariffs and method of supply; believes that companies should abolish the charge for installing PPMs as this adds to …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 29th June 2015

PROPOSED CLOSURE OF NATWEST HOOLE BRANCH

Tabled by: Christian Matheson (Independent - City of Chester)
That this House expresses deep concern at the announcement by NatWest Bank that it proposes to close the Hoole branch in Chester as part of a group restructure; further expresses concern at the impact of such a development on independent local businesses and domestic customers; notes the impact this will …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
24th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 29th June 2015

INDUSTRIAL ACTION AT GUNSTONES BAKERY

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes that management at Gunstones Bakery, near Sheffield, having recently made over 400 redundancies, is now trying to impose a pay freeze on the remaining workforce; further notes that the Chief Executive of the parent company, 2 Sisters Food Group, Ranjit Singh Boparan, and his wife, are …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 29th June 2015

WILD ANIMALS IN CIRCUSES

Tabled by: Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes that a ban on the use of wild animals in circuses was included in the manifestos of the Conservative, Labour and Green parties at the recent general election, showing the unified support across the House on this animal protection issue; recalls that 94 per cent of …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
22nd June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd June 2015

NEO-NAZI RALLY IN GOLDERS GREEN

Tabled by: Tulip Siddiq (Labour - Hampstead and Kilburn)
That this House notes with concern the planned neo-Nazi demonstration in Golders Green on 4 July 2015; highlights that this rally is due to take place on Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath, in an area in which 40 per cent of the population is Jewish; praises the public activism in opposition …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
18th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd June 2015

INVESTMENT IN BUILDING NEW HOMES AND THE HOUSING BENEFIT BILL

Tabled by: Alex Cunningham (Labour - Stockton North)
That this House notes with concern that there has been a dramatic reduction in the supply of housing, particularly social housing at social rents, since 2010; further notes that plans to extend the right to buy scheme to housing association tenants in England will further reduce the number of social …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

THE HEWETT SCHOOL, NORWICH

Tabled by: Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House condemns the Inspiration Trust's attempt to take control of the Hewett local authority school and gain ownership of its £60 million site, land that should remain a public asset; believes that the Inspiration Trust's family of schools is run by a small group of trustees, lacking transparency …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
18th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

MANDATORY INSTALLATION OF CCTV IN SLAUGHTERHOUSES

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward legislative proposals for the mandatory installation of closed circuit television (CCTV) in UK slaughterhouses with independent monitoring of the footage; notes that a 2014 YouGov poll found that, of those who expressed a view, 87 per cent support mandatory CCTV …
142 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 71
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
17th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

FOREIGN OWNERSHIP OF RAIL SERVICES IN THE NORTH

Tabled by: Ian Lavery (Labour - Wansbeck)
That this House is concerned that despite almost half a billion pounds leaking out to shareholders from the privately run Northern Rail and TransPennine Express services, rail services in the North are to be privatised again and also handed over to Dutch, French or German owners; is dismayed that this …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 18th June 2015

TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is extremely concerned about the potential impact of the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) on the ability of hon. Members to make decisions in the public interest; in particular opposes the investor state dispute settlement (ISDS) mechanism which would give foreign corporations enhanced legal power to …
99 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 25
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 18th June 2015

INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AT FIRST TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS

Tabled by: Melanie Onn (Labour - Great Grimsby)
That this House is dismayed at the decision of First Transpennine Express Railway Company to dismiss a train guard following an incident in which his train was being surfed by a youth at Grimsby Town station; notes that the guard had already aborted the train's dispatch once but after the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
9th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 18th June 2015

CAFFÈ NERO AND CORPORATION TAX

Tabled by: David T C Davies (Conservative - Monmouth)
That this House is dismayed that despite making over £20 million of profit last year, Caffè Nero has not paid a penny in corporation tax; and calls on the directors of Caffè Nero to remedy this situation urgently.
63 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 18th June 2015

REFUGEES CROSSING THE MEDITERRANEAN AND MARE NOSTRUM

Tabled by: Thangam Debbonaire (Labour - Bristol West)
That this House urges the Prime Minister to recognise the fatal impact of the decision in 2014 to cancel Operation Mare Nostrum in October 2014, and the decision to replace it with the much more limited Operation Triton, resulting in the loss of thousands of lives of desperate refugees, exploited …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th June 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
15th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2015

IPCC REPORT ON ORGREAVE

Tabled by: Ian Lavery (Labour - Wansbeck)
That this House strongly condemns the decision of the Independent Police Complaints Commission not to launch a full and comprehensive investigation into the behaviour of South Yorkshire Police at the Orgreave Coking Plant on 18 June 1984; believes there is no time limit to justice and furthermore that mining communities …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 50
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015

THE BIG SHAVE OFF

Tabled by: David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House praises the efforts of Paul Kehoe, one of the House's doorkeepers and a servant of the House for 37 years, in supporting The Big Shave Off in order to raise funds for charities involved with autism, Alzheimer's, Cancer UK, Help the Heroes and prostate cancer; is impressed …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
9th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015

RECOGNITION OF PALESTINE

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes the comments of the Israeli Prime Minister that there will be no state of Palestine on his watch and that he has repeatedly made it clear that he will never countenance a fully sovereign Palestinian state in the West Bank and Gaza; further notes that the …
93 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
9th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015

FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND PRIVATE COMPANIES DELIVERING PUBLIC CONTRACTS

Tabled by: Paula Sherriff (Labour - Dewsbury)
That this House believes that private companies delivering public contracts should be subject to freedom of information requests, because at a time when public spending is under increased scrutiny, it is more important than ever that spending is transparent; and further believes that it is imperative that any organisation using …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
4th June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015

CLASSIFICATION OF CHILDREN'S FANCY DRESS CLOTHES

Tabled by: Teresa Pearce (Labour - Erith and Thamesmead)
That this House notes with concern that, at present, children's fancy dress costumes are classified as toys and, as such, are not necessarily fire-proofed or retardant; further notes that whilst fancy dress clothes have passed a flammability test and been awarded a CE mark this test, known as an EN71 …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
2nd June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 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
1st June 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015

DEATH SENTENCE ON FORMER PRESIDENT MORSI

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House condemns the unjust death sentence handed down to Former President of the Republic of Egypt, Mr Mohammad Morsi and to a number of his party members by an Egyptian court on 15 May 2015; believes this judgement is cruel and falls short of the principles of justice; …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Christian Matheson signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2015

EU REFERENDUM VOTING AGE

Tabled by: Tulip Siddiq (Labour - Hampstead and Kilburn)
That this House believes that 16 and 17 year olds should be allowed to vote in any upcoming referendum on the UK’s relationship with Europe; recognises that teenagers have a clear interest in whether or not we stay in the EU and that the future of the EU is vital …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1