Hugh Gaffney's 747 Early Day Motions
29th October 2019
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Communication Workers Union ballot result

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates postal workers and the Communication Workers Union on the result of their recent ballot for strike action; notes that the ballot returned a 97 per cent vote in favour of strike action on a turnout of 76 per cent; acknowledges that this surpasses the requirements of …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
29th October 2019
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Cardowan Pit Memorial

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House welcomes the creation of the Cardowan Pit Memorial in Stepps; recognises the importance of Cardowan Pit to the local community during its sixty years in operation; believes that the memorial serves as a fitting tribute to the over fifty-five men who lost their lives working in the …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th October 2019
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Viewpark community gardens

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House expresses its support for the campaign to stop the closure of Viewpark Gardens; recognises that Viewpark Gardens is cherished by local people and has been used for a number of community events including a flower festival; and urges North Lanarkshire Council to respond positively to the views …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th October 2019
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STUC Women's conference 2019

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House sends its best wishes to the 92nd annual Scottish Trades Union Congress Women’s Conference taking place in Perth on 28 and 29 October 2019; congratulates Joyce Stevenson of the Communication Workers Union on her election as Conference Chair; notes that the conference brings together over 120 women …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th October 2019
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Industrial action of outsources workers in the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House commends the efforts and determination of members of the PCS union, employed by ISS and Aramark based at the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy headquarters who have won their disputes over pay and terms and conditions; notes that these members represent catering, security, portage, cleaning, …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
28th October 2019
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Josh Taylor: world champion boxer

Tabled by: Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates Prestonpans’ Josh Taylor on making Scottish boxing history by becoming a double world champion with his latest victory, a majority decision over American fighter Regis Prograis, which resulted in him adding the WBA and Ring Magazine titles to his IBF super-lightweight crown; notes that this was …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th October 2019
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Murray Trophy

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes that The Murray Trophy – Glasgow was staged by the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) at Scotstoun Leisure Centre in partnership with Glasgow Life and Glasgow City Council, Tennis Scotland, and with support from Event Scotland; notes that the event was part of the new and expanded …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
16th October 2019
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Compass PLC and Blackpool and St Helens workers

Tabled by: Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That his House notes that hospital cleaning workers employed by the private contractor Compass Group PLC at Blackpool Victoria are currently in dispute with Compass over that company's failure to award them a decent pay rise to give them the same hourly rates as the NHS colleagues they work alongside, …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th October 2019
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John Foley

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the life and work of John Foley, a long standing trades unionist and anti-apartheid campaigner; sends condolences to his family at this time; recognises his work as a shop steward in the Clyde's shipyards from early in his life and career both industrially and in the …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th October 2019
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ASDA contract 6

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with concern the decision by ASDA to proceed with proposals to put all hourly paid employees on flexible contracts (Contract 6) despite considerable concern about the proposed changes to employee terms and conditions; further notes that the flexibility clause in Contract 6 will force employees to …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th October 2019
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Voter ID requirements at polling stations

Tabled by: Faisal Rashid (Labour - Warrington South)
That this House expresses deep concern at the Government’s announced plans to prevent people from voting unless they can provide photographic identification at the next election; notes that of the 44.6 million votes cast in 2017, there were just 28 allegations of in-person voter fraud and one conviction; recognises that …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 50
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
16th October 2019
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Post-Brexit workers' rights

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House expresses concern that the Prime Minister plans to move the UK away from EU standards on workers’ rights and health and safety in the workplace; believes that this would pose a risk to EU workers’ rights currently enjoyed by UK workers such as paid holiday rights; recognises …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th October 2019
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Collapse of Thomas Cook

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House expresses its concern at the collapse of Thomas Cook; recognises the detrimental impact that the collapse of Thomas Cook has had on both its staff and its customers; urges former Thomas Cook executives to repay their bonuses in order to fund support for former Thomas Cook staff …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
15th October 2019
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Alcohol Charter

Tabled by: Mary Glindon (Labour - North Tyneside)
That this House reaffirms its support for the Alcohol Charter, which was launched on 16 October 2018 by the Drugs, Alcohol and Justice Cross-Party Parliamentary Group and the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Alcohol Harm; notes that the charter is now supported by 35 organisations; further notes with regret that there …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
15th October 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019

Barclays's withdrawal from the banking framework with Post Office Ltd

Tabled by: Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House expresses alarm on learning that Barclays bank has decided to withdraw from a key element of the banking framework agreement with Post Office Ltd, which allows personal and business customers to access their bank accounts via 11,500 post office locations across the UK; notes that the banking …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
15th October 2019
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Policing of Extinction Rebellion

Tabled by: Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds North West)
That this House notes that on Monday 14 October the Metropolitan Police imposed new conditions under Section 14 of the Public Order Act 1986 on the Extinction Rebellion protests in London; further notes that the Metropolitan Police has banned any assembly linked to the demonstrations; highlights the increasingly punitive and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
15th October 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019

Intimidation in public life

Tabled by: Alison McGovern (Labour - Wirral South)
That this House recognises that intimidation experienced by those in public life poses a threat to the diversity, integrity, and vibrancy of representative democracy in the UK and that tackling intimidation is a cross-party issue; notes that abuse and intimidation know no political boundaries; welcomes the ongoing work on developing …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Conservative: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
15th October 2019
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Accountability for violations in Yemen

Tabled by: Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House expresses deep concern at the catastrophic human cost of the war in Yemen, where hundreds of thousands of Yemeni civilians have been killed in the fighting and by disease and where millions have been deeply traumatised, are cut off from vital aid and are on the brink …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th October 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019

Prison officer pension age

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the dangerous working conditions in the Prison Service; expresses concern at the increasing number of violent assaults on prison staff; believes that prison officers approaching the age of 70 should not be expected to deal with violent and dangerous criminals aged in their twenties, thirties and …
75 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Independent: 6
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th October 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019

Bus passes for WASPI women

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is concerned that not all the women living in England who are affected by the 2011 changes to state pension age are entitled to a free bus pass; notes that a free bus pass is a small concession, given that women born in the 1950s have lost …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
14th October 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019

Protection of journalists and elected representatives from violence

Tabled by: Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House is appalled by footage obtained by the New York Times purporting to show a video depicting a macabre scene of a fake President Trump shooting, stabbing and brutally assaulting members of the news media and his political opponents was broadcast at a rally of Trump supporters in …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
14th October 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019

Baby Loss Awareness Week

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that 9-15 October is Baby Loss Awareness Week; offers sincere sympathy to those families who have lost precious babies; notes the wonderful remembrance services that take place across the UK throughout the week; and urges those who have lost a baby to use this opportunity to …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th October 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019

Women Against State Pension Inequality

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House calls on the Government to financially support women worst affected by the accelerated increase in the state pension age introduced through the Pensions Act 2011; notes with concern that significant numbers of women were unaware of pension age equalisation set out in the Pensions Act 1995; acknowledges …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
14th October 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019

Professor Alex Stevens and the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs

Tabled by: Mary Glindon (Labour - North Tyneside)
That this House notes with concern the recent resignation of Professor Alex Stevens from the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD); commends his invaluable contribution to the ACMD as Chair of its Working Group on Custody-Community Transitions; notes with regret that his decision was prompted by Government interventions …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th October 2019
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Mineworkers' Pension Scheme

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the debt of honour it owes mineworkers who sacrificed their health working in dark and dangerous conditions to fuel the industry that created the nation's wealth; believes that in their retirement, miners and their widows deserve financial security; expresses concern that over £8 billion has been …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd October 2019
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150th ANNIVERSARY OF MAHATMA GANDHI

Tabled by: Seema Malhotra (Labour (Co-op) - Feltham and Heston)
That this House remembers the life of Mahatma Gandhi who was born on 2 October 1869; recognises the special occasion of his 150th birth anniversary marked by events across the world; and congratulates the Gita Foundation, the National Association of Patidar Samaj, supporting organisations from across the UK and organisers …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd October 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2019

BUS PASSES FOR ALL WASPI WOMEN

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is concerned that some of the women in England who were affected by the 2011 changes to state pension age are not entitled to a free bus pass; notes that a free bus pass would be a small concession, bearing in mind that some women born in …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
1st October 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2019

PARENTKIND PARENT POLL FINDINGS

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that Parentkind's annual parent poll in 2019 shows 76 per cent of parents see the cost of sending children to school increasing; further notes that in addition to paying for school uniforms, many parents contribute to school funds, school clubs, trips and events; recognises that the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st October 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2019

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House highlights the fact that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month; notes that every ten minutes a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK; encourages men and women alike to be aware of the early signs of breast cancer, such as a lump in a breast, …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
30th September 2019
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PROTECTING STAFF AND SERVICES ON THE WEST COAST MAINLINE (No. 2)

Tabled by: Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House notes that First Trenitalia has been awarded the West Coast rail franchise from December 2019; shares the view of the RMT union that the jobs, conditions and pensions of West Coast staff and staff of subcontractors including Alstom, Leadec and DHL have to be fully protected throughout …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
30th September 2019
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CONGRATULATING THE 20 SEPTEMBER CLIMATE STRIKERS

Tabled by: Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the climate strikes on 20 and 27 September, which comprised action on climate change by workers and young people at 4,638 events in 139 countries; congratulates climate strikers across the UK on raising the climate emergency with the public and policymakers; and supports the demands of …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
30th September 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st October 2019

100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE KNIGHTS OF ST COLUMBA

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes that 5 October 2019 marks the 100th anniversary of the foundation of the Knights of St Columba, the largest Catholic fraternal service organisation in the UK; further notes that the inaugural meeting of the organisation took place in Central Hall, Bath Street, Glasgow, and that since …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th September 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st October 2019

BBC’S CRITICISM OF NAGA MUNCHETTY

Tabled by: Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House condemns the perverse decision by the BBC complaints unit to criticise presenter Naga Munchetty for criticising the racist language of US President Donald Trump; notes that President Trump's comments, telling Democratic representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib and Ayanna Pressley, who are all US citizens, to …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
26th September 2019
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HELENSBURGH RECOVERY CAFE

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates everyone involved in the Helensburgh Recovery Cafe which is celebrating its third anniversary this month; recognises the important role the Recovery Cafe has played, and is currently playing in helping people who are in recovery from drug and alcohol misuse, people living with mental health issues …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
25th September 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st October 2019

30 YEARS OF DOORS OPEN DAYS IN SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Doors Open Days Scotland as it celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2019; recognises that Doors Open Days is Scotland’s largest free festival that celebrates architecture, culture, heritage and the built environment, offering free access to over a thousand venues across the country throughout September every year; …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
25th September 2019
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PARKINSON'S UK LANARKSHIRE AND GLASGOW SOUTH BRANCH 15TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Parkinson's UK Lanarkshire and Glasgow South Branch on reaching its 15th anniversary year of providing information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers; recognises that the group is led by volunteers who are committed to using their experiences of Parkinson's to …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th September 2019
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MUSICIANS IN EXILE - AWARD FOR RACE, FAITH AND RELIGION AT THE NATIONAL DIVERSITY AWARDS 2019

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates Musicians in Exile, a community project for asylum seekers and refugee musicians formed by The Glasgow Barons, an orchestra in Govan, on winning the Community Organisation Award for Race, Faith and Religion at the National Diversity Awards 2019 at a prestigious black-tie ceremony at The Anglican …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th September 2019
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FERNANDO RICKSEN

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with the deepest sadness the passing of Fernando Ricksen, the former captain of Rangers Football Club and Netherlands International who died on 18 September 2019 at the age of 43 after a heroic and brave battle with the life shortening nerve and brain illness Motor Neurone …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
25th September 2019
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60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AUCHENGEICH COLLIERY DISASTER

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House acknowledges that 18 September 2019 marked the 60th Anniversary of the Auchengeich Colliery disaster; recognises that forty-seven men lost their lives in the disaster; notes the impact that it had on the local community, particularly on the families of the men who lost their lives; commends the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
5th September 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 9th September 2019

SUPPORTING CLIMATE STRIKES ON 20 SEPTEMBER 2019

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House acknowledges that there is a climate emergency and that urgent action is required to rapidly decarbonise the UK economy; welcomes the call from Greta Thunberg and youth activists from Fridays for Future for adults to join with students and young people striking on 20 September 2019 to …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
5th September 2019
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ASDA CONTRACT 6

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with concern the decision by ASDA to proceed with proposals to put all hourly paid employees on flexible contracts (Contract 6) despite considerable concern about the proposed changes to employee terms and conditions; further notes that the flexibility clause in Contract 6 will force employees to …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
5th September 2019
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COMPULSORY GUIDELINES FOR ABOLITION OF HOSPITAL CAR PARKING CHARGES

Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes the Department of Health and Social Care's guidance which states that NHS organisations should work with their patients and staff, local authorities and public transport providers to make sure that users can get to the site (and park if necessary) as safely, conveniently and economically as …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 1
5th September 2019
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KASHMIRI PEOPLE

Tabled by: Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House calls on the UK Government to use all diplomatic and economic measures at its disposal to influence the Indian and Pakistan governments to ensure that democracy is respected and that the Kashmiri people are at the heart of any constitutional reform of the region, including respecting both …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
5th September 2019
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ARMS FAIR EXHIBITORS

Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House notes the biennial Defence and Security Equipment International arms fair will take place at the Excel Centre in London's Docklands from Tuesday 10 to Friday 13 September 2019; understands that over 1,600 exhibitors will display a range of warfare equipment from tear gas and missiles to fighter …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
4th September 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 5th September 2019

AMAZON FIRES

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with deep concern the over 90,000 fires recorded in Brazil so far this year, with burning detected inside indigenous lands and nature reserves; notes that the Amazon rainforest is home to over 20 million people including 1 million indigenous people, 10 per cent of the Earth's …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
4th September 2019
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PAEDIATRIC CONTINENCE SERVICES

Tabled by: David Drew (Labour (Co-op) - Stroud)
That this House notes that bladder and bowel problems affect more than 900,000 children and young people in the United Kingdom; is concerned that the Paediatric Continence Forum reports that first line paediatric continence services across the country have deteriorated as local authority spending on them has reduced, and that …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
3rd September 2019
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Conduct of HMRC and the Roadchef Employee Benefits Trust

Tabled by: Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House deplores the failure by HMRC to resolve its long-standing dispute with the Roadchef Employee Benefits Trust which is preventing the Trust from distributing funds to 4,000 beneficiaries; notes that six years have elapsed and HMRC have not confirmed what tax, if any, the Trust and its beneficiaries …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd September 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 5th September 2019

HONG KONG CITIZENS

Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House calls on the Government to seek agreement with some of the other 53 Commonwealth countries to provide Hong Kong citizens with a second citizenship and potential place of abode; insists that the UK will not accept the abandonment of the so-called two systems in one country, guaranteed …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd September 2019
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NSPCC SCOTLAND’S PICTURE THIS: IMAGES OF CHILDHOOD IN GOVAN EVENT

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates the NSPCC Scotland on their Picture This: Images of Childhood in Govan photo exhibition event on 1 August 2019 in Govan, Glasgow; notes that the event showcased the photo diaries project which followed nine families in Govan over a three month period to capture what childhood …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th September 2019
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FUTURE OF UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL MONKLANDS

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House expresses its concern at the decision taken by the Scottish Government’s Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport, Jeane Freeman, to remove the current University Hospital Monklands site as an option for the location of the new University Hospital Monklands; notes that an independent review was launched by …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
4th September 2019
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NUMBER 2 BUS SERVICE BETWEEN BAILLIESTON AND AIRDRIE

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House expresses concern at First Bus’s decision to remove the Number 2 service from Baillieston and Airdrie; recognises that the decision will have a detrimental impact on Coatbridge, leaving the area with no direct bus link to both Airdrie and Glasgow; notes that the Number 2 is a …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
3rd September 2019
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DRUGS DEATHS

Tabled by: Mary Glindon (Labour - North Tyneside)
That this House notes with concern that there were 4,359 deaths related to drug poisoning in England and Wales in 2018; further notes that this is the highest number and the highest annual increase on record; recognises that the vast majority of these deaths are preventable; and calls on the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd September 2019
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WORLD SCHOOL MILK DAY

Tabled by: David Drew (Labour (Co-op) - Stroud)
That this House notes that a recent academic review found that drinking milk supports immediate and lasting dental and bone health in five to eleven year old children and that it could have a positive effect on preventing childhood obesity; further notes that the same research showed that milk can …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
3rd September 2019
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WOODMILL HIGH SCHOOL FIRE

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House praises the strength of community spirit shown by local people in the wake of a devastating fire which destroyed Woodmill High School in Dunfermline; notes that the category five fire was one of the biggest dealt with by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service this year and …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd September 2019
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REAL LIVING WAGE FOR MITIE EMPLOYEES AT NETWORK RAIL STATIONS

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House commends the action of RMT members employed by Mitie Group plc who clean Network Rail stations at Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Central, Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Piccadilly, Leeds City and Birmingham New Street stations, and who are fighting for a Real Living Wage as determined by the Living …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd September 2019
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ELEMENTS IN DANGER CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House welcomes the Elements in danger campaign launched in International Year of the Periodic Table by the Royal Society of Chemistry to raise awareness of rare elements contained in unused mobile phones and devices; understands that there are an estimated 40 million unused gadgets in UK homes and …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
25th July 2019
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SHORTCOMINGS OF THE CHILD MAINTENANCE SERVICE

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the shortcomings of the Child Maintenance Service, which are impacting on parents with care, non-resident parents and children; notes the increase of maintenance arrears to £973 million in March 2019, which stems from a culture of inaction on enforcement; further notes that children living in single …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
25th July 2019
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CATH FRIEL

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House celebrates the life of Cath Friel who passed away in June 2019; remembers her impressive track record as a Unison activist and official, notably in Glasgow Health Branch, former Deputy Convener of UNISON Scotland, member of the first UNISON National Executive and Learning Organiser in Northern Ireland; …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th July 2019
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OUTSOURCING IN THE EAST MIDLANDS RAIL FRANCHISE

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is concerned by the uncertainty faced by staff working in the East Midlands rail franchise as a result of the controversy surrounding the franchise award; notes that this state of anxiety is even greater for the many outsourced workers who are employed by Rail Gourmet, Interserve and …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th May 2019
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STATE-FUNDED LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR VICTIMS OF TERRORISM

Tabled by: Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House expresses concern that victims of terrorist atrocities are not automatically eligible for legal aid; regrets that a recently published government review rejected introducing automatic non-means-tested legal aid funding to bereaved families after a state-related death; notes that state organisations involved in deaths from terrorist attacks have access …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Conservative: 10
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
24th July 2019
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DRINKAWARE CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House supports Drinkaware's Drink Free Days campaign to help people to reduce levels of harmful drinking and reduce alcohol harm; notes that the Government acknowledges in its recent Prevention Green Paper that harm caused by problem drinking is rising and that over 10 million people are drinking above …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd July 2019
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UNIVERSAL CREDIT AND HOSPITALISED CHILDREN

Tabled by: Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House recognises the enormous personal and financial pressures placed on parents when their child is seriously ill; is aware of the care that parents are required to give their children while their children are in hospital, the additional costs of transport and parking that they incur, and that …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd July 2019
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CHARITY REGULATION

Tabled by: Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House notes the exceptional contribution that charities make to the fabric of British society; acknowledges that regulation of charities is essential to ensure their high standards of operation; further notes that some charitable organisations have fallen below the standards expected of them, which brings the reputation of all …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd July 2019
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ASYLUM SEEKER ACCOMMODATION EVICTIONS

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with serious concern that asylum seekers accommodated, or who were accommodated under section 95 or 4 of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, in asylum dispersal areas across the UK, are either threatened or are subject to evictions by Home office contractors - notably Serco in …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd July 2019
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LAUNCH OF THE ANY DISABILITY SYMBOL

Tabled by: Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Any Disability Symbol in Parliament on 4 June 2019; endorses the use of new accessible signage that articulates that disabilities can be both visible and invisible; notes with concern the number of cases where people with invisible disabilities have been discriminated against …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
18th July 2019
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MANIFESTO FOR RADIOTHERAPY

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House welcomes the Manifesto for Radiotherapy; recognises that one in two people will develop cancer in their lifetime; further recognises that although needed in over 50 per cent of cases, access to radiotherapy in England varies from 25 per cent to 49 per cent depending on the region, …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
17th July 2019
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EQUALITY FOR DISABLED STAFF AND STUDENTS IN UK EDUCATION

Tabled by: Emma Hardy (Labour - Kingston upon Hull West and Hessle)
That this House recognises the serious challenges and barriers faced by disabled people working in education as revealed by the University and College Union’s survey of its 2,200 members who identify as disabled; pledges its support to enabling positive change, dismantling barriers and improving working conditions for all those with …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Aug 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
17th July 2019
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PROVISION IN SCHOOLS FOR CHILDREN WITH BOWEL AND BLADDER PROBLEMS

Tabled by: Rosie Cooper (Labour - West Lancashire)
This House notes that an estimated 900,000 pupils in the UK aged between five and 19 suffer from bowel and bladder problems such as bedwetting, constipation and soiling; observes that a recent study by YouGov found that among children aged 11 to 16 who experience such conditions, 30 per cent …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th July 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd July 2019

SHARED RURAL NETWORK

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes the need to improve mobile digital connectivity, particularly in rural areas; welcomes the collaborative Shared Rural Network proposal developed by the UK’s four mobile operators, under which they would share infrastructure in rural areas to increase 4G coverage in all four nations of the UK; and …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 11
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
15th July 2019
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HIGHWAYS ENGLAND PAY

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned that while Highways England management are telling staff in pay bands one to eight that they cannot have a pay rise above one per cent, that a Freedom of Information response has revealed a huge increase in senior grade staff earning above £100,000 with a …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
27th June 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2019

INDEPENDENT PANEL INQUIRY FOR ZANE GBANGBOLA

Tabled by: Jess Phillips (Labour - Birmingham, Yardley)
That this House recognises the tragic death of seven year old Zane Gbangbola, who died during the storms and floods in 2014 attributed by the Prime Minister as climate change related; notes that this is an issue of social injustice requiring an Independent Panel Inquiry (IPI) for Zane who died …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th July 2019
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BUCHANAN HIGH AND ST AMBROSE HIGH INDEPENDENT REVIEW

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House welcomes the independent review into health and safety concerns at the joint campus of Buchanan High School and St Ambrose High School in Townhead, Coatbridge; notes that parents, pupils and staff have concerns around the quality of water, soil and air at the campus; recognises that the …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2019
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DECLARATION OF CLIMATE EMERGENCY IN NORTH LANARKSHIRE

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House welcomes the declaration of a climate emergency in North Lanarkshire; notes North Lanarkshire Council’s ambitious target to reduce its carbon emissions to zero by 2030; urges both the UK and Scottish Governments to adopt more ambitious targets to achieve net-zero emissions; and calls on both the UK …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2019
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ALBION ROVERS CENTENARY EXHIBITION AT SUMMERLEE MUSEUM

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House marks the centenary year of Albion Rovers F.C. opening their Cliftonhill Stadium in Coatbridge; recognises the cultural importance of Albion Rovers to Coatbridge; welcomes the opening of a photography exhibition at Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life to mark the centenary year; congratulates Iain McLean on his …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
10th July 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 15th July 2019

SIR KIM DARROCH

Tabled by: Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House recognises and appreciates the outstanding contribution to public life given by Sir Kim Darroch, lately Her Majesty's Ambassador to the United States of America; condemns the leak of secret diplomatic cables that have precipitated Sir Kim Darroch's resignation from his post in Washington D.C.; demands that every …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
11th July 2019
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50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE APOLLO 11 MOON LANDING

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House recognises that 20 July 2019 marks 50 years since humanity first landed on the moon; remembers that NASA’s legendary Apollo 11 mission was launched by a Saturn V rocket from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with the ambition of landing a crew on the moon and …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 16
Conservative: 6
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
10th July 2019
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2019 ITUC GLOBAL RIGHTS INDEX UK RATING

Tabled by: Faisal Rashid (Labour - Warrington South)
That this House notes the UK is rated by the International Trade Union Confederation Global Rights Index as a Regular Violator of Rights, category three, which is among the worst in Europe; expresses grave concern at the finding that the Government and employers are regularly violating workers' rights or failing …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
9th July 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 15th July 2019

LOCAL WELFARE ASSISTANCE SCHEMES

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises the benefit of Local Welfare Assistance Schemes for people in need; notes the help they have provided to people in urgent need following an emergency or unforeseen event; regrets the decision by the 2013 Government to devolve responsibility to local councils and to stop providing a …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th July 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 15th July 2019

MEN ACWY VACCINATION PROGRAMME

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the vaccination programme Men ACWY campaign run by Meningitis Now to promote the free vaccination available on catch up to those up to the age of 25; further notes that there are over 1 million young people who are eligible for the free vaccination that have …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th July 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 15th July 2019

FIRE SAFETY AT RESIDENTIAL CARE HOMES

Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House acknowledges the disastrous fire incident that occurred at Newgrange Care Home in 2017 which killed two people; recognises the bravery of the firefighters who saved the lives of 33 residents at the home; notes that over half of all residential care homes that were visited by the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
3rd July 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 15th July 2019

OUTSOURCED CATERING STAFF AND LOW PAY ON LNER

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is concerned that outsourced catering staff who work for Rail Gourmet on the East Coast Mainline are being paid less than the Living Wage Foundation rate of £9 per hour, in spite of the fact that the latest accounts show the company made profits in excess of …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
3rd July 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 15th July 2019

COST OF SCHOOL UNIFORMS

Tabled by: Lisa Forbes (Labour - Peterborough)
That this House notes that a full school uniform can now cost hundreds of pounds, with costs continuing to rise; further notes that the Government has not issued the statutory guidance on school uniforms that was announced in 2015; is deeply concerned by the increasing financial pressure on parents caused …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd July 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 15th July 2019

SCOTLAND SNOOKER WORLD CHAMPIONS 2019

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Scotland's winning Snooker World Cup team; recognises the achievement of John Higgins and Stephen Maguire in securing the trophy for Scotland for the first time in 13 years; praises the high standard of snooker on display from the Scottish team; notes that en route to their …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
3rd July 2019
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FINANCIAL BURDEN OF SCHOOL UNIFORMS

Tabled by: Melanie Onn (Labour - Great Grimsby)
That this House notes the ongoing issue that many families around the country face regarding the cost of school uniforms; further notes the findings of The Children’s Society study entitled The Wrong Blazer from 2018 which showed that one million children live in families across England who are getting into …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
1st July 2019
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CHILDREN’S CANCER SERVICES IN SOUTH LONDON AND THE SOUTHERN COUNTIES (No. 2)

Tabled by: Janet Daby (Labour - Lewisham East)
That this House welcomes the appointment of Professor Sir Mike Richards CBE to review Children’s Cancer Services in South London and the southern counties following reports in the Health Service Journal of service failures caused by the lack of paediatric intensive care facilities at the Royal Marsden Hospital NHS Trust; …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd July 2019
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NEW COLLEGE LANARKSHIRE STUDENTS JOHN MUIR TRUST DISCOVERY AWARD

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates NQ Animal Biology and Conservation students from New College Lanarkshire’s Coatbridge campus on receiving a Discovery award from the John Muir Trust; recognises that the students received their award for working alongside countryside rangers at Drumpellier Country Park; notes the students collected data on air and …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd July 2019
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JOHN MUIR AWARD FOR TOWNHEAD PRIMARY SCHOOL

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates Townhead Primary School in Coatbridge on securing a John Muir Award; notes that the John Muir Award scheme seeks to encourage people of all ages to connect with, enjoy and care for wild places; welcomes the commitment of Townhead Primary School pupils to tracking, watching, litter-picking, …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2019
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SUCCESS FOR COATBRIDGE, CHRYSTON AND BELLSHILL SMEs

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House notes the recent London Stock Exchange publication entitled, 1,000 companies to Inspire Britain; commends the 1,000 SMEs from across the UK that were featured in that publication; acknowledges the success of the 37 Scottish companies that were featured in that publication; congratulates the Advance Construction Group and …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2019
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DEBBIE GREEN'S FUNDRAISING FOR ST ANDREW'S HOSPICE

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates Debbie Green from Viewpark in Uddingston on raising more than £2,000 for St Andrew’s Hospice in Airdrie; commends Debbie for climbing Ben Nevis as part of her fundraising efforts for the hospice; welcomes Debbie and her friend, Caitlyn McKeown, pursuing other fundraising activities for the hospice …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
26th June 2019
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CENTENARY OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE BENEVOLENT FUND

Tabled by: Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House recognises that 2019 marks the centenary of the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund, the RAF’s leading welfare charity; and thanks the charity for their vital work to support RAF veterans and welcomes the launch of their new campaign, Back on the radar, encouraging the public to help …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
26th June 2019
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DATA COLLECTION POST-NATIONAL REFERRAL MECHANISM

Tabled by: Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House urges the Government to collect data on the outcomes of victims of modern slavery and human trafficking after they have exited the National Referral Mechanism to ensure they are safe, in good health, and are not re-trafficked; and further recommends that the Government collects data on the …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
26th June 2019
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4TH ANNUAL NHS LANARKSHIRE STAFF AWARDS

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates the hard working staff at NHS Lanarkshire on the 345 nominations received for their 4th annual Staff Awards; notes that the nominations were received from patients, relatives, visitors and colleagues; thanks all of the fantastic contributions that have been made from the wide range of staff …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
26th June 2019
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PROTECTION OF CIVILIANS IN UK OPERATIONS AND PARTNER ASSISTANCE

Tabled by: Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House celebrates the 70th anniversary of the 1949 Geneva Conventions and the 20th anniversary of the United Nations Security Council Protection of Civilians mandate; appreciates the action taken, often at considerable personal risk, by neutral humanitarian actors to protect and support civilians in armed conflict situations; is very …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
26th June 2019
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ALCOHOL LABELLING

Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes that the Chief Medical Officers' guidelines for low-risk drinking were updated in January 2016 to 14 units per week; recognises that consumers have a right to know information about alcohol products so they can make informed choices about their drinking, yet only 16 per cent of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th June 2019
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VIEWPARK CONSERVATION GROUP AND THE COMMUNITY BUYOUT OF DOUGLAS SUPPORT ESTATE

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates Viewpark Conservation Group on securing a Scottish Land Fund grant which will enable a community buyout of the 160-acre Douglas Support Estate; notes the history of the Douglas Support Estate including as the previous site of Rosehall House; acknowledges the affection which local residents have for …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th June 2019
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PUBLISHERS' ASSOCIATION'S CAMPAIGN AXE THE READING TAX

Tabled by: Neil Coyle (Labour - Bermondsey and Old Southwark)
That this House praises the fact that printed books, magazines and newspapers have been VAT exempt ever since the UK’s VAT regime was established in the 1970s to protect the accessibility of reading materials and the intrinsic value of reading and knowledge; notes that this principle should also apply to …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
25th June 2019
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HORSE TETHERING - ANIMAL WELFARE ACT 2006 REFORM

Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House recognises the importance of ensuring the safety and welfare of all sentient beings, including horses, ponies and donkeys; further recognises the cruel treatment that is currently taking place whereby these animals are left tethered by roadsides or in dangerous locations around towns often without food or water; …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th June 2019
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DR JENNIFER GARDEN

Tabled by: Ian Murray (Labour - Edinburgh South)
That this House congratulates Dr Jennifer Garden of Edinburgh South on being awarded a £15,000 Fellowship at the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science UK and Ireland awards in Parliament; acknowledges that her research on finding sustainable alternatives for conventional polymers can play a vital role in tackling the growing environmental …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
24th June 2019
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RETIREMENT OF MR ANDREW MCSORLEY, HEADTEACHER OF ST THOMAS AQUINAS, GLASGOW

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises the outstanding contribution to Catholic Education in Scotland made by Mr Andrew McSorley over a career spanning forty years, in particular the leadership he has shown as Head Teacher of St Thomas Aquinas Secondary School for the last 13 years; notes his exceptional relationship with the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th June 2019
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ONE WORLD MARATHON 2019

Tabled by: Seema Malhotra (Labour (Co-op) - Feltham and Heston)
That this House congratulates the One World Strong Foundation on launching the One World Marathon, which supports survivors of acts of violent extremism; further congratulates Cranford Community College, an outstanding school in Hounslow with a strong international dimension, on working with One World Strong to encourage pupils to participate and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
24th June 2019
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YOUNG CARERS

Tabled by: William Wragg (Conservative - Hazel Grove)
That this House recognises the importance of young carers; highlights the pressures and strains that they can experience through their caring responsibilities and the effect that this can have on their education; notes that schools have an important role in identifying young carers; and urges Ofsted to review the processes …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
24th June 2019
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ARMED FORCES DAY AT SCOTTISH VETERANS RESIDENCE IN CRANHILL

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House notes the forthcoming Armed Forces Day celebrations at the Scottish Veterans Residence on Wednesday 26 June 2019; recognises the immense sacrifice our armed forces personnel make; thanks those veterans for their service to the country; and wishes everyone involved a very enjoyable day in Glasgow and wider …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th June 2019
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CHILDREN'S HOSPICE WEEK 2019

Tabled by: Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House notes Children's Hospice Week 2019 from 17 to 23 June; recognises that children's hospice services across the UK support thousands of seriously ill babies, children and young people; is worried by Together for Short Lives's recent finding that NHS and local council cuts to children's hospice funding …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
20th June 2019
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NAZANIN ZAGHARI-RATCLIFFE (No. 2)

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House strongly condemns the Iranian Government for continuing to hold Ms Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, a dual British-Iranian national, in arbitrary detention and calls for her immediate release; expresses dismay that Ms Zaghari-Ratcliffe has been detained for over three years; supports Ms Zaghari-Ratcliffe and her husband Richard Ratcliffe as they …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
20th June 2019
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CONGRATULATING FATHER PATRICK HENNESSY ON 50 YEARS IN THE PRIESTHOOD

Tabled by: Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House congratulates Father Patrick Hennessy on achieving his golden jubilee following 50 years of dedication to the priesthood; notes that Father Hennessy’s first appointment was to St Columbkille’s Parish in 1969; congratulates Father Hennessy on 50 years of unwavering service that has seen him work across Scotland and …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th June 2019
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POLWARTH PARISH CHURCH

Tabled by: Ian Murray (Labour - Edinburgh South)
That this House congratulates Polwarth Parish Church of Scotland in Edinburgh on opening a beautiful peace garden in its grounds on the banks of the Union canal dedicated to brave nurses and others who evacuated wounded military personnel on barges along canals in Belgium and France during the First World …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th June 2019
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SUPPORTING THE UK POULTRY MEAT SECTOR IN TRADE DEVELOPMENT

Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House recognises the need for frictionless trade in poultry with the EU in order to maintain a secure supply of affordable British food; notes with concern that current economic modelling from the British Poultry Council suggests that there could be significant increases in the costs of production including …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th June 2019
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VIOLENCE IN YEMEN AND THE MIDDLE EAST

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House expresses its concern at the recent escalation of violence in Yemen and the surrounding region; condemns the Houthi missile strikes on Abha airport in Saudi Arabia on 13 June 2019, in which 26 civilians were wounded; notes that this came only one month after Houthi forces claimed …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 9
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
13th June 2019
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REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT SCHEMES

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that there are an estimated 25 million refugees and three million asylum seekers around the world today; further notes that the Government committed to resettle 20,000 refugees in the UK by 2020 under the Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme (VPRS) and 3,000 more under the Vulnerable Children’s …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
13th June 2019
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COUNCIL OF EUROPE YOUTH AND EDUCATION

Tabled by: Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House recognises that the Council of Europe through its youth centres and European Youth Foundation has for many years made a major contribution to the education and development of the UK's young people, providing a whole field of education for democracy and human rights, for holocaust remembrance and …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th June 2019
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YEMEN PEACE PROCESS

Tabled by: Clive Betts (Labour - Sheffield South East)
That this House welcomes efforts to continue the peace process in Yemen with all the relevant parties engaged in the Yemen war; recognises the strong historical ties between South Yemen, Aden in particular, and the UK; welcomes the strong and current cooperation between the UN Special Envoy Martin Griffiths and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th June 2019
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DEVRO PLC

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates Devro PLC on winning the Employer of the Year category at the Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards; commends Devro PLC for the safety at both its Moodiesburn and Bellshill sites where one million cumulative hours have been worked by employees with no serious injuries; notes the importance …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
20th June 2019
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ST ANDREW’S HIGH SCHOOL ANNUAL MATHS COMPETITION

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House commends St Andrew’s High School in Coatbridge on holding its annual maths competition for local primary schools; welcomes the participation of eight primary schools across Coatbridge in this year’s competition; notes the competition as a means to improve the mathematical skills of primary school pupils; and congratulates …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
19th June 2019
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NATIONAL SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAMME

Tabled by: Emma Hardy (Labour - Kingston upon Hull West and Hessle)
That this House commends the progress achieved to date by the National School Breakfast Programme which has, with funding from the Department for Education, partnered with over 1775 schools to provide nutritious breakfasts to an estimated 280,000 children each school day; notes with concern that current funding for the National …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
19th June 2019
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MORTGAGE SWITCH GUARANTEE

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House notes the considerable loyalty penalty within the mortgage market as identified by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) that sees at least 800,000 overpay on their mortgage by £1,000 a year; further notes that such figures may understate the scale of the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
18th June 2019
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REINSTATEMENT OF RAILWAY STAFF TRAVEL FACILITIES

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House pays tribute to rail workers who keep the railways moving safely often in difficult circumstances; notes that prior to the privatisation of the railways in the mid-1990s, all rail staff were entitled to travel facilities throughout the network as a condition of their employment; further notes that …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
18th June 2019
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FUNDING AND PROTECTING LONDON UNDERGROUND SERVICES

Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House notes the importance of London Underground to our communities, economy and environment; pays tribute to the hard work of staff who keep the network running; is dismayed that the Government has withdrawn its operational subsidy for Transport for London, which means that London Underground is the only …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th June 2019
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UNICEF SOCCER AID

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates all those involved in the 12th year of Soccer Aid; notes the fact that £30 million has been raised since the first match; thanks all the players who have given their time and energy to this worthy cause that provides vaccination, pre-school in a box and …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
18th June 2019
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BBC LICENCE FEE AGREEMENT

Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the BBC's recent decision to renege on its 2015 undertaking to maintain the over 75's free TV licence fee arrangement; calls on the BBC to reveal to what degree during those pre-2015 discussions it indicated to the Government any concern it had about the increasing cost …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
17th June 2019
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SUPPORT FOR THE GLOBAL FUND FOR HIV, TB AND MALARIA

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises that the Global Fund has had a far-reaching impact on HIV, TB and Malaria; further recognises that 27 million lives have been saved the Global Fund Partnership; notes that more investments will bring us closer to ending those epidemics by 2030; further notes that more investment …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
17th June 2019
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SIR BOYD TUNNOCK

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Sir Boyd Tunnock, the owner of Tunnocks, on his knighthood in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List; notes that Tunnocks is responsible for the production of a number of world-renowned cakes and biscuits including the caramel wafer, the teacake and the snowball; understands that Sir Boyd also …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
17th June 2019
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SAFE INSIDE REPORT ON PRISON STAFF SAFETY

Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff Central)
That this House welcomes the Safe Inside report from the Joint Unions in Prisons Alliance, a coalition of nine national trades unions representing the majority of prison staff; is concerned by the health and safety emergency revealed by this report, with a quarter of prison officers, educators, nurses, administrative workers, …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th June 2019
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RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS (RA) AWARENESS WEEK 2019

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) on holding its seventh national Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness (RA) Week from 17 to 23 June 2019; notes that the auto-immune disease RA affects more than 400,000 people across the UK; praises the work done by the NRAS to raise awareness …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
17th June 2019
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AIRCRAFT ACCESSIBILITY

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes that the Government’s inclusive transport strategy states that everyone deserves the right to travel with comfort and dignity; further notes that passengers with reduced mobility are almost half as likely to have flown in the past year as other passengers and that 40 per cent of …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
4th June 2019
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50 YEARS OF BROUGHTY CASTLE MUSEUM

Tabled by: Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party - Dundee East)
That this House commemorates 50 years since Broughty Castle in Broughty Ferry, Dundee, was incorporated into a museum by Dundee Council; recognises the rich history of the 15th century coastal fortress which saw action in The Rough Wooing in the 16th century and the War of the Three Kingdoms in …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th June 2019
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HEALTHY START SCHEME AWARENESS

Tabled by: Gareth Thomas (Labour (Co-op) - Harrow West)
That this House notes that almost half of people eligible for Healthy Start Vouchers which provide healthy food and vitamins to pregnant women and young children are not receiving them; and therefore calls on the Government to take urgent steps to increase the uptake of this important scheme to ensure …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
11th June 2019
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4J STUDIOS EAST LINTON OFFICE AND MINECRAFT SUCCESS

Tabled by: Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates the staff at the 4J Studios office in East Linton on their crucial role in developing Minecraft, which recently became the best selling video game of all time, for games consoles; welcomes the fact that a games company with a studio located in an East Lothian …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
21st May 2019
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MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK 2019: BODY IMAGE

Tabled by: Kevan Jones (Labour - North Durham)
That this House notes that 13-19 May was Mental Health Awareness Week as organised by the Mental Health Foundation and that this year's theme was body image; notes that poor body image is experienced by people of any gender at all stages of life and that this can contribute to …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
10th June 2019
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ACCESSIBILITY FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises there should be no barriers for visually impaired people accessing buildings and transport; notes that visually impaired people should be able to navigate towns and cities independently; understands that clear streets and accessible transport are integral to the independence of visually impaired people; calls on the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
10th June 2019
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UK SHARED PROSPERITY FUND

Tabled by: Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion)
That this House deeply regrets that analysis by Communities in Charge has found that the UK’s poorest regions, particularly Wales, could lose hundreds of millions of pounds of funding through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund; notes Communities in Charge believe the UK Shared Prosperity Fund will be allocated in the …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2019
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95TH ANNIVERSARY OF D'JACONELLI'S CAFÉ

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House recognises that this year marks the 95th anniversary of the iconic D’Jaconelli’s Café in Glasgow; understands that the café was opened by Mario Jaconelli in 1924 and has been serving the community in Maryhill and across the north of the city ever since; appreciates that customers enjoy …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th June 2019
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SCOTTISH WOMEN'S NATIONAL FOOTBALL TEAM AT FIFA WOMEN'S WORLD CUP

Tabled by: Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House wishes the Scottish Women’s National Football Team best of luck at the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup in France; congratulates the team on their success so far and notes their achievement of being the first Scottish team to qualify for the Women’s World Cup; commends the talent …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
4th June 2019
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BRITISH DIETITIANS WEEK 3 TO 7 JUNE 2019

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House notes that British Dietitians Week takes place between 3 and 7 June 2019; commends the excellent work done by dietitians providing dietary advice and nutritional support to people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes to manage their condition through diet; further notes that this work helps …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
6th June 2019
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LOCAL BUS DRIVERS' HOURS

Tabled by: Matt Western (Labour - Warwick and Leamington)
That this House notes that bus drivers work nearly six hours more but are paid 20 per cent less per week than the average UK worker; further notes that it is currently legal for local bus drivers to drive up to 130 hours over two weeks; is concerned that long …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th June 2019
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SPORT AND FREE TO AIR TV

Tabled by: John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House celebrates a successful start to the summer of sport but regrets that a lot of sport is broadcast on subscription TV which is unavailable live to most people in the UK; notes that the European Nations Football League finals is available free to air in three of …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
5th June 2019
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UN INTERNATIONAL DAY COMMEMORATING THE VICTIMS OF ACTS OF VIOLENCE BASED ON RELIGION OR BELIEF

Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House welcomes the establishment by the UN General Assembly of the UN International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief on 22 August each year; is deeply concerned that acts of violence based on religion or belief are increasing all over the …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
5th June 2019
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SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY CINEMAS

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House supports the introduction of community cinemas to provide much needed access to the medium of film for communities that do not have their own fully commercial cinema or to provide an alternative to existing commercial cinemas; and encourages the Government to consider ways of providing support which …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
4th June 2019
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NATIONAL DAY OF COMMEMORATION FOR SERVICEMEN HELD AS PRISONERS OF WAR BY JAPAN FROM 1941 TO 1945

Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House remembers that over 50,000 UK servicemen were held as Japanese prisoners of war from 1941-45; recognises the tragedy that over 25 per cent of these servicemen were either killed or died during captivity; further recognises the contribution of those held captive as prisoners of war to our …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th June 2019
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THOMAS McGROTTY MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates the Lanarkshire Lightning under-11s ice hockey team for successfully organising the Thomas McGrotty Memorial Tournament; commends North Ayr Sabres, Kilmarnock Youths and Murrayfield Juniors for their participation in the tournament; welcomes the tournament raising £750 for the Scottish Association for Mental Health; and sends best wishes …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th June 2019
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VOLUNTARY WORK OF ALISTAIR STEPHENS

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House commends Alistair Stephens for his voluntary work in Glenmavis; notes that Alistair has single-handedly been picking up litter and removing discarded items from the side of Coatbridge Road; recognises that Alistair also tidies up his own street regularly; and welcomes the contribution that Alistair is making to …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th June 2019
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LOCAL COMMERCIAL RADIO CUTS

Tabled by: John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House notes that 35 million people listen to commercial radio's mix of music, entertainment, news, sport, travel and local information every week on over 300 licensed stations serving a wide range of musical preferences, local communities and social backgrounds; is consequently concerned by changes being made within local …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th June 2019
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DICK CARABINE - CONTRIBUTION TO THE COMMUNITY OF GOVAN

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the life and work of Dick Carabine, trade unionist, community campaigner, tireless local champion for the community of Govan for decades and sends condolences to his family at his recent passing; notes that Mr Carabine was an exemplary community activist with a clear local focus who …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th June 2019
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SUPPORT THE SCHOOL STRIKE FOR CLIMATE

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House acknowledges the impact of school strikes for climate; notes that on 15 March more than 2,000 pupils gathered to strike in Edinburgh and that more than one million pupils protested worldwide as a call to action to prevent climate change; recognises the significance of the climate crisis; …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
4th June 2019
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THE CHILDREN'S FUTURE FOOD INQUIRY

Tabled by: Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
That this House acknowledges the Children’s Future Food Inquiry report detailing the poor state of children’s food across the four UK nations; observes that 19 per cent of children in the UK live in households which have experienced food insecurity; emphasises that more than one in five children are already …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th June 2019
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ROLE OF POST OFFICES IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House believes that post offices play an important role in our communities and for small businesses and that the resilience of the post office network should be actively protected, with particular priority given to rural services; notes the findings of a survey by the National Federation of Sub …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
15th May 2019
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DOMESTIC SERVICES AT THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA NHS HOSPITAL IN ESSEX

Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House recognises the great work that the domestic staff at NHS hospitals do; acknowledges the wider role that these employees have in patient care by keeping a hospital environment clean and safe; notes the market testing of contracted services currently being undertaken at the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
22nd May 2019
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20th ANNIVERSARY OF THE COALFIELDS REGENERATION TRUST

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates the Coalfields Regeneration Trust (CRT) on celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2019; commends the work that the CRT has done over the last 20 years in Scotland and the whole of the UK to help former mining communities recover from the devastating impact of pit closures; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd May 2019
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YOUTH WELFARE OFFICERS FOR YOUNG ASYLUM SEEKERS

Tabled by: Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes the lack of specialist support officers for young asylum seekers in asylum accommodation; recognises that many young asylum seekers have faced unimaginable trauma and experiences; expresses deep concern at the very high prevalence of mental ill health amongst young asylum seekers and the high number of …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
21st May 2019
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GUIDE DOGS TRAINING

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House welcomes the news that a litter of nine dogs will be trained as guide dogs thanks to People’s Postcode Lottery funding; notes that it costs around £55,000 to train a puppy to become a guide dog; further notes that there are currently around 170,000 people in Scotland …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
20th May 2019
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DEBATING PRIVATE MEMBERS BILLS

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that the political negotiations over the last months regarding the UK's proposed departure from the EU have resulted in parliamentary time not being utilised to its full potential; further notes that Private Members Bills receive very little parliamentary time given that they often draw attention to …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
21st May 2019
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OPENING OF MARK MILLAR'S NOT-FOR-PROFIT COMMUNITY CAFE

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates Coatbridge-born comic book writer Mark Millar on the launch of his not-for-profit community café in Townhead, Coatbridge; welcomes the fact that profits generated by the café will be reinvested in the local community; notes Mark’s long-term commitment to the regeneration of Townhead through the Millar Foundation; …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st May 2019
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ALBION ROVERS FC

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates Albion Rovers FC on securing its continued place in Scottish League Two; commends Kevin Harper and the players for their performance throughout the season; notes the importance of Albion Rovers to Coatbridge; sends best wishes to the team ahead of the next season; and reaffirms its …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th May 2019
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PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE PAYMENT AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Tabled by: David Crausby (Labour - Bolton North East)
That this House recognises the strain placed on community mental health services as demand for care outstrips capacity; is concerned that due to the complexity of the application system for personal independence payment (PIP) many people with mental health conditions depend on the support of mental health workers to complete …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th May 2019
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LOAN SMART

Tabled by: Mary Glindon (Labour - North Tyneside)
That this House recognises that over 300,000 people borrow money from illegal money lenders or loan sharks, often without realising it is illegal and that the lenders are not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA); notes that the FCA found that 45 per cent of borrowers from illegal lenders …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
15th May 2019
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HEALTHY AGEING AND THE IMPACT OF STRUCTURAL HEART DISEASE

Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes the urgent need to introduce a national population screening for structural heart diseases for adults over 65 years old; recognises the need to tackle challenges that structural heart diseases pose to older people and prioritise healthy ageing strategies; notes that the number of people affected by …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st May 2019
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DIFFUSE INTRINSIC PONTINE GLIOMA AWARENESS DAY 17 MAY

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises that diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) is the second most common type of primary, high-grade brain tumour in children and affects around 40 children in the UK each year; further recognises that early DIPG symptoms include vision issues, partial facial paralysis, balance problems and frequent headaches …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 22
Conservative: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th May 2019
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TRAIN STATION CAR PARK CHARGES

Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House acknowledges the extortionate fee that commuters are charged at some train stations across the country; recognises the impact that this charge has on the cost of living; acknowledges that many car parking operators do not provide value for money for the price that they are charging; notes …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th May 2019
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OFCOM PLANS FOR HIGHER RURAL BROADBAND COSTS

Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House opposes Ofcom proposals allowing BT to raise upfront costs on rural consumers accessing the Openreach network as a subsidy for the roll out of high-speed fibre broadband; calls on the Department for Culture, Media and Sport to rule out penalising rural broadband consumers with higher network access …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th May 2019
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WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION'S WORLD HAND HYGIENE DAY

Tabled by: Andrea Jenkyns (Conservative - Morley and Outwood)
That this House notes that 5 May 2019 marks the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) World Hand Hygiene Day; recognises that infection prevention and control, including hand hygiene, is critical to achieving universal health coverage for the world’s population; notes that the WHO currently estimates 70 per cent of infections are …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th May 2019
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IR35 OFF-PAYROLL TAX EXTENSION TO PRIVATE SECTOR

Tabled by: Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes with concern HM Treasury’s plans to extend the off-payroll (IR35) changes to the private sector; believes that this could damage the UK’s flexible workforce, reducing avenues for work and harm the economy; further notes that the extension could force thousands of contractors into false-employment, potentially costing …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
1st May 2019
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VOTING RIGHTS OF EU CITIZENS IN EUROPEAN ELECTIONS

Tabled by: Mike Gapes (The Independent Group for Change - Ilford South)
That this House calls on the Government to take immediate steps to ensure that all EU citizens in the UK who wish to vote in the EU elections are able to do so by making the additional form that EU citizens need to complete in order to declare they are …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 15
The Independent Group for Change: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 1
9th May 2019
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RELOCATION OF PARLIAMENT

Tabled by: Chris Williamson (Independent - Derby North)
That this House believes that the interests of the British people would be better served by constructing a new, purpose-built Parliament in the midlands or the north of the country rather than moving back into the existing Palace of Westminster after it has been refurbished; considers that having the political …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
7th May 2019
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NATIONAL EPILEPSY WEEK (SUDEP ACTION)

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes 20-26 May 2019 is National Epilepsy Week; recognises the work of SUDEP Action and other charities on improving outcomes for people with epilepsy and their families; notes with concern that there are at least 21 epilepsy deaths weekly in the UK, many of which are potentially …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th May 2019
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FAIR PAY FOR THE ROYAL FLEET AUXILIARY'S MERCHANT SEAFARERS

Tabled by: Luke Pollard (Labour (Co-op) - Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport)
That this House recognises the strategic significance to the UK of the near 2000 merchant seafarers employed on the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) who re-fuel, re-arm and re-supply Royal Navy ships wherever they are in the world; notes that successive freezes, cuts and restraint since 2008-09 have seriously undermined pay …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
2nd May 2019
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TIER 5 VISAS FOR MINISTERS OF RELIGION

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with concern the decision of the Home Office to remove Ministers of Religion from the eligibility criteria for tier 5 entry visas to the UK; further notes the widespread disappointment about this decision felt by Churches and other faith communities which have previously been able to …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 9
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd May 2019
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CHANGES TO VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR RELIGIOUS WORKERS

Tabled by: Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House is concerned that changes to the immigration rules regarding religious workers, announced in December 2018, are having a negative impact on the ability of churches and other religious organisations to carry out their work and worship; notes in particular that these changes introduce additional costs, a lengthy …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 8
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd May 2019
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DEMENTIA FUND

Tabled by: Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House notes that an estimated 60 per cent of recipients of homecare and 70 per cent of care home residents live with dementia; acknowledges that dementia is a condition caused by diseases of the brain with complex support needs that should be met by the NHS, like any …
112 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 69
Conservative: 14
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
1st May 2019
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DECLINE OF FREE-TO-USE CASH MACHINES

Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House regrets the rapid decline of free-to-use cash machines across the UK; expresses concern that nearly 1,700 machines started charging for withdrawals in the first three months of 2019, with potentially 13 per cent of free ATMs disappearing in just a few months; acknowledges the disproportionate impact that …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
9th May 2019
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ELIZABETH RICE - BRITISH EMPIRE MEDAL RECIPIENT

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates Elizabeth Rice on receiving a British Empire Medal for services to music education; notes Elizabeth's 40 years of teaching the bagpipes to individuals; commends Elizabeth's work in encouraging young people to take up a musical instrument; welcomes Elizabeth's role in establishing the Moodiesburn and District Pipe …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
8th May 2019
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40TH ANNIVERSARY OF JUSTICE AND PEACE SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Catholic Justice and Peace Commission of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland, known as Justice and Peace Scotland, as it celebrates its 40th anniversary; notes that the organisation, which was founded in 1979, advises the Catholic Bishops of Scotland on matters relating to social justice, …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st May 2019
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ACCESS TO FREE-TO-USE CASH MACHINES

Tabled by: Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes the recent risk of a reversal in the movement towards increasing the number of free-to-use cash machines; further notes that free-to-use cash machines are the biggest single aspect of free banking that most affects the poor; believes that the attack on this service should immediately cease; …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Conservative: 10
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Crossbench: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
1st May 2019
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FOURTEENTH ANNUAL STUC HELEN DOWIE AWARD FOR LIFELONG LEARNING

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates Chris McGill on receiving the 14th Annual STUC Helen Dowie Award for Lifelong Learning; recognises Chris’s contribution as a long-standing Health and Safety Representative at Warburtons in Bellshill; notes his work as a BWAFU Union Learning Rep at the Warburtons site including establishing a workforce development …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th April 2019
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INDUSTRIAL ACTION BY INTERSERVE WORKERS IN THE FOREIGN AND COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that members of the Public and Commercial Services union working for lnterserve in the Foreign and Commonwealth Office will be taking industrial action on the 1 and 2 of May 2019 following a 94 per cent yes vote in their strike ballot; notes that staff are …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
29th April 2019
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FREE TELEVISION LICENCES FOR PENSIONERS

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises that there are two million pensioners living in poverty; further recognises that the level of pensioner poverty is rising; notes that free television licences for pensioners can help to combat loneliness and provide a window to the world; acknowledges the need to support some of the …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
29th April 2019
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PROTECTING STAFF EMPLOYED ON THE WEST COAST MAINLINE

Tabled by: Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House notes that the Government has barred Stagecoach from bidding on new rail franchises including the West Coast Main Line which it currently operates jointly with Virgin; further notes that this franchise is due to be renewed in March 2020; shares the concerns of the RMT union about …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th April 2019
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10TH ANNIVERSARY OF BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates Maisie and Vanessa Dury of St Andrews and the team at Brain Tumour Research on the charity’s 10th anniversary of raising awareness that 16,000 people are diagnosed with a brain tumour each year; notes that in the last decade its work has helped to increase national …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 10
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th April 2019
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15 YEARS AND 500 PLAYS OF A PLAY A PIE AND A PINT

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the A Play, A Pie and A Pint programme on its 500th play at Glasgow’s Oran Mor venue; recognises that this year marks the 15th anniversary and the 30th season of the UK’s most successful lunchtime show; notes that the hugely popular programme was the innovation …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2019
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AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL'S FOOTBALL WELCOMES CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Amnesty International’s Football Welcomes weekend of action will take place on 27 and28 April 2019; recognises that the purpose of the campaign is to highlight the contribution that refugees have made to football both in the UK and around the world, while also encouraging clubs, …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
24th April 2019
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COMMENDING GLASGOW'S NEW SUPPORTIVE AND PALLIATIVE CARE TEAM

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow and Children's Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) on their new partnership, which aims to benefit children and young people with life-shortening conditions and their families; acknowledges that the new Supportive and Palliative Care Team is the first of its kind …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 1
25th April 2019
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INQUIRY INTO DEATHS LINKED TO WORK CAPABILITY ASSESSMENTS

Tabled by: Paul Williams (Labour - Stockton South)
That this House regrets the tragic death of Jodey Whiting in February 2017 who took her life 15 days after her disability benefits were stopped for missing a work Capability Assessment when she was seriously ill; believes this was the latest avoidable tragedy to be caused by the failings of …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th April 2019
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DIAGEO PARENTAL LEAVE POLICY

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House warmly congratulates Diageo on its recent announcement that all of its UK employees now benefit from a policy which offers both women and men an equal 52 weeks of parental leave, with the first 26 weeks fully paid; commends Diageo on implementing this policy that strengthens its …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd April 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 29th April 2019

FUEL POVERTY IN COVENTRY

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises that there are more than 20,000 households living in fuel poverty in Coventry; further recognises that there are 2.55 million households living in fuel poverty across the UK; notes that the percentage of households living in fuel poverty in Coventry is higher than both the West …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd April 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 29th April 2019

BILLY MCNEILL, FOR CELTIC AND SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House notes with sadness the death of former Celtic captain and manager Billy McNeill at the age of 79; acknowledges the immense contribution he made to football in Scotland, the UK and across Europe during a glittering, trophy-laden career, in which the undoubted highlight was when he captained …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd April 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 29th April 2019

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE OPEN UNIVERSITY

Tabled by: Peter Kyle (Labour - Hove)
That this House congratulates the Open University (OU) on its 50th anniversary; notes that its mission of opening up education for all through flexible distance learning is as relevant today as it was in 1969; celebrates the over two million students who have been taught by the OU since 1969; …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd April 2019
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PROVIDING FINANCIAL RESTITUTION TO 1950s WOMEN

Tabled by: Anna McMorrin (Labour - Cardiff North)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from many hon. Members from across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have lost their pensions; welcomes the equalisation of retirement ages between women and men; recalls that women born in the 1950s were subject to discriminatory employment …
225 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 131
Conservative: 25
Scottish National Party: 22
Liberal Democrat: 15
Independent: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 3
Crossbench: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
23rd April 2019
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JACKIE BIRD

Tabled by: Stephen Kerr (Conservative - Stirling)
That this House recognises the valuable contribution that Jackie Bird has made to Scottish media after her last appearance on Reporting Scotland; acknowledges that Jackie Bird fronts many Scottish TV events such as Hogmanay, Children in Need and the World Pipe Band Competition every year; congratulates Jackie Bird on fronting …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
24th April 2019
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INTERNATIONAL WORKERS MEMORIAL DAY

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House joins workers, trade unions and communities in commemorating Workers’ Memorial Day on 28 April 2019; welcomes that Workers’ Memorial Day is commemorated throughout the world and is officially recognised by the UK Government; expresses concern that more people are killed at work than in wars every year; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
23rd April 2019
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RECOGNITION OF BILLY MCNEILL

Tabled by: Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House expresses its deep sorrow at the death of Billy McNeill, the former captain of the Lisbon Lions, who made history when he led Celtic Football Club to victory in the 1967 European Cup final; recognises Billy’s extraordinary contribution to Scottish football both as a manager and as …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
11th April 2019
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SCOTTISH CITIZENS ADVICE 80TH BIRTHDAY

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Citizens Advice network on reaching its 80th birthday; understands that the Scottish Citizens Advice network, comprising Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS), its 59 member Citizen Advice Bureaux (CAB) and the Extra Help Unit, provides free, independent, confidential, impartial, high quality advice to clients across 280 …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th April 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 15th April 2019

#ZEROHIV

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House welcomes the publication of #ZEROHIV, HIV Scotland's new strategic plan, commends their commitment of getting to zero new HIV transmissions, zero HIV-related deaths and zero HIV-related stigma; notes the importance of PrEP, a pill that HIV-negative people can take to prevent HIV in combating HIV transmissions and …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 6
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 15th April 2019

RECOGNITION OF JIM ARNOLD, FORMER DIRECTOR OF THE NEW LANARK HERITAGE TRUST

Tabled by: Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House expresses its sorrow at the death of Jim Arnold, Former Director of the New Lanark Heritage Trust; acknowledges his role as key to the preservation of New Lanark and notes that this was recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site; further notes the important role he …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th March 2019
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PERIOD POVERTY

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House welcomes the Government’s commitment to roll out free sanitary products across NHS hospitals and secondary schools in England; notes however that periods may start as early as 8 years old; is appalled that pupils in England are missing time in school, college and university because of a …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 15th April 2019

FOURTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WAR IN YEMEN

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House notes with deep sadness that 26 March 2019 marks the fourth anniversary of the beginning of the conflict in Yemen during which an estimated 60,000 people have been killed; further notes that despite the Stockholm Agreement, an average of three civilians a day are still dying and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
10th April 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019

SCOTLAND WOMEN'S NATIONAL TEAM VICTORY OVER BRAZIL

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scottish National Women's Football team on their unprecedented win over Brazil; acknowledges that this is the first time that a Scottish senior national side has defeated that iconic footballing nation; commends both Head Coach Shelley Kerr on her outstanding coaching ability, and Rachel Corsie on …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
2nd April 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019

CHARITY LOTTERY ANNUAL SALES LIMIT

Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House supports the Government's preferred option of a new £100 million annual sales limit for charity lotteries as it will allow such lotteries to reduce bureaucracy and administration costs and thus return more to good causes; notes that a new £100 million annual sales limit is the recommendation …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 11
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
28th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019

ENFORCEMENT OF THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC DUTY IN SECTION 1 OF THE EQUALITY ACT 2010

Tabled by: Harriet Harman (Labour - Camberwell and Peckham)
That this House notes with deep concern the high levels of income and wealth inequality in the UK; notes the Trussell Trust figures which show 660,000 people in the UK are relying on foodbanks, up 13 per cent on 2016-17; commends the Scottish Government for bringing into force the socio-economic …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019

TACKLING BULLYING AND HARASSMENT IN PARLIAMENT

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House acknowledges the progress made towards addressing sexual harassment in Parliament as a workplace with the establishment of a bicameral working group on an lndependent Complaints and Grievance Policy and the subsequent creation of two new independent helpline services; recognises the important work done by Laura Cox QC, …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
27th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019

2019 LOAN CHARGE IMPLEMENTATION

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House condemns the UK Government and HMRC's implementation of the 2019 LoanCharge; notes the 2019 Loan Charge was introduced by the Treasury to tackle disguised remuneration tax avoidance schemes through which loans were paid instead of regular forms of remuneration; is dismayed by reports that HMRC's handling of …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019

BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH WEAR A HAT DAY

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House supports Wear a Hat Day on Friday 29 March 2019; notes that this is the UK's biggest brain tumour research fundraising event; congratulates Brain Tumour Research and their supporters on their efforts to fundraise and raise awareness of brain tumours; recognises that brain tumours kill more children …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
26th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019

CUTS TO BBC NEWS PROGRAMMES

Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff Central)
That this House believes that at this critical time for the nation over Brexit negotiations, the availability for well-resourced, independent news and analysis is of paramount importance; is therefore deeply concerned that the BBC plans to merge two of radio's most important radio current affairs programmes, the World Service's NewsHour …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019

REVIEW OF PUBS CODE

Tabled by: Toby Perkins (Labour - Chesterfield)
That this House notes the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy told the House on 8 January 2019 that the Government would be announcing the statutory review into the success and operation of the Pubs code and Pubs code adjudicator by 31 March 2019; recognises …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
9th April 2019
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FUTURE OF FOODBANKS

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that a growing number of people are becoming reliant on foodbanks across many areas of the country; condemns the institutionalisation of foodbanks in the UK; and urges the Government to tackle low paying jobs and carry out an urgent review of universal credit and if the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
8th April 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019

COMMERCIAL PRESSURE ON OFFSHORE HELICOPTER SAFETY

Tabled by: Alex Cunningham (Labour - Stockton North)
That this House notes the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) review of its CAP1145 measures introduced in 2014 to improve commercial offshore helicopter safety as a result of a series of incidents involving Super Puma helicopters in the North Sea which claimed twenty lives in four years; recalls that CAP1145 included …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th April 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019

FAIR PRICING FOR MEDICINES

Tabled by: Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House notes with deep concern that the issue of excessively high medicine prices and systemic lack of transparency in the Research & Development (R&D) system is a global crisis; further notes that the second Fair Pricing Forum will take place in April 2019 presenting a critical opportunity for …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd April 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 4th April 2019

FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL DAY 4 MAY 2019

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House joins with firefighters across the United Kingdom on Firefighters Memorial Day in remembering the bravery and sacrifice of over 2,300 firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty; extends its sympathies especially on this memorial day to all the bereaved families of fallen firefighters; …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Conservative: 7
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd April 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 4th April 2019

CENTREPOINT'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Neil Coyle (Labour - Bermondsey and Old Southwark)
That this House commends the work of youth homelessness charity Centrepoint on their 50th anniversary; is deeply concerned that in 2017-18 an estimated 103,000 young people in the UK were homeless or at risk; regrets that five decades on Centrepoint are still working with homeless young people in crisis who …
89 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
3rd April 2019
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SCOTTISH YOUTH PARLIAMENT ELECTION RESULTS

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House welcomes the role of the Scottish Youth Parliament as an independent organisation which represents the views of young people in Scotland; notes the success of its previous campaigns on issues such as Votes at 16; congratulates all new Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament (MSYPs) on their …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd April 2019

STILL GAME

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates the cultural impact of BBC Scotland sitcom Still Game following the broadcast of its final episode on 28 March 2019; acknowledges that Jack and Victor have moved on from Osprey Heights, Boabby the Barman has pulled his last pint in the Clansman, Tam has no more …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th March 2019
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FOOD BANKS IN SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House acknowledges the concerning increase in the number of people relying on food banks in Scotland; notes that there has been a 26 per cent increase in the number of people receiving emergency food supplies in the past two years; recognises that at least 55,038 food supplies went …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd April 2019

EXPLOITATION OF COCOA FARMERS

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House supports the Fairtrade Foundation petition which calls on an end to the exploitation of cocoa farmers; understands that some cocoa farmers are currently earning less that 75p a day, which is less than half of what they need for a good standard of living; further understands that …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
25th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd April 2019

CLOSURE OF THE HONDA SWINDON PLANT

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is deeply concerned at the news that Honda plans to close its Swindon plant; recognises the devastating impact this planned closure will have on the 3,500 people directly employed by Honda as well as the thousands of people whose employment depends on the supply chain, their families …
87 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 67
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Crossbench: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
27th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th March 2019

TRADE UNION RIGHTS OF ACCESS TO WORKPLACES

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House believes that the right to join a trade union is a basic democratic right, and that trade unions play an invaluable role in defending the pay, terms and conditions of their members; regrets that presently in the UK there is no legal right of access to workplaces …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st March 2019
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TWENTY YEARS OF THE NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that on 1 April 2019 the National Minimum Wage will be 20 years old; acknowledges the role of the Low Pay Commission; further notes that two thirds of beneficiaries are women; welcomes the development since 1999 of minimum wage rates for 16 and 17-year-olds and apprentices …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
19th March 2019
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THE LIVING WAGE AT THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Tabled by: Liam Byrne (Labour - Birmingham, Hodge Hill)
That this House believes that the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee should ensure it is a Living Wage Employer, accredited by the Living Wage Foundation.
25 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 18th March 2019

IPSA AND MPs STAFF PAY

Tabled by: John Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House recognises the vital role that hon. Members' staff play and the hard work they do in supporting the work of hon. Members; notes with alarm that the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority's increase to hon. Members staffing budgets of 1.5 per cent for 2019-20 falls below the rate …
123 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 85
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 18th March 2019

BBC PARENTAL LEAVE POLICY

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House warmly congratulates the BBC on its recent announcement that parents who work at the organisation are to receive additional maternity or paternity pay should their baby be born prematurely; recognises that this new policy will mean that for any baby born before 37 weeks, full pay will …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
14th March 2019
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PUBLIC INQUIRY ON BLACKLISTING

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that an internal police investigation, the Creedon report, has been made public; understands that this has concluded that the police, including Special Branches across the UK, and the security services, supplied information to the Consulting Association, and its predecessor, the Economic League, that was funded by …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 5
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
5th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th March 2019

MERSEY CROSSING TOLLS

Tabled by: George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes with alarm the cost of travelling to and from work for those who have to use the Silver Jubilee Bridge and Mersey Gateway Bridge which amounts to a cost of over £900 per year; further notes that in some cases this additional cost has led to …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th March 2019
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STAFF OUR STATIONS (SOS) CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House pays tribute to station staff on both the Mainline Railway and London Underground and the vital role that they play in helping to deliver a safe, secure and accessible railway; notes that station staff assist with train despatch and safety at the platform-train interface, preventing suicides, helping …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th March 2019
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SCOTTISH CHURCHES PARLIAMENTARY OFFICE MEET YOUR MP PROJECT

Tabled by: Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Churches Parliamentary Office (SCPO) on the launch of the Meet Your MP project; supports the initiative to encourage faith groups and Churches of all denominations across Scotland to contact their local Member of Parliament and to engage with them on issues of importance to …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
7th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th March 2019

CIVIL SERVICE PAY

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes since 2010 pay increases in the civil service have not kept up with inflation; is aware that since 2010 average salary levels in the civil service have fallen in value, by comparison with inflation, by between 1.1 per cent (consumer price index) and 1.9 per cent …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
27th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th March 2019

EPILEPSY AND PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE PAYMENT

Tabled by: Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House expresses serious concern at the high number of people with epilepsy being denied Personal Independence Payment (PIP); is alarmed that since the introduction of this benefit the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has denied PIP to over 41 per cent of people living with epilepsy who …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th March 2019
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NEW BBC SCOTLAND CHANNEL

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House commends the new BBC Scotland channel for its successful broadcast debut; notes the variety of programmes this service will include and the important economic and creative contribution that the new programmes commissioned for this channel will bring to Scotland’s production sector; congratulates the channel on being the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 7th March 2019

POVERTY PAY ON RAIL CONTRACTS

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is concerned that a significant number of workers on the rail network continue to be poorly paid; notes that catering contractors such as Rail Gourmet fulfil contracts where they pay less than the Living Wage Foundation rate of £9 per hour; is further concerned that contractors on …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
6th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 7th March 2019

UNIVERSAL CREDIT 53 WEEK YEAR 2019-20

Tabled by: Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House expresses concern that many universal credit claimants will be left without payment for one week's rent in 2019-20 due to that benefit only being paid for 52 weeks; further notes that this will affect universal credit tenants in social housing approximately every six years who are paid …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
5th March 2019
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SCHOOL TRANSPORT FOR DISABLED YOUNG PEOPLE

Tabled by: Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House recognises that disabled young people often have to travel further than other pupils to get the right education or college place; notes that they are less likely than other pupils to travel to school or college independently; expresses concern that as the law stands a young person …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th March 2019
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PAY FOR CIVIL SERVANTS

Tabled by: Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House believes that civil servants perform an essential role in the functioning of British democracy and the delivery of our public services especially as the UK renegotiates our relationship with the European Union; notes that public servants covered by the Cabinet Office and Treasury's civil service pay guidance …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 7th March 2019

PEACE BETWEEN INDIA AND PAKISTAN

Tabled by: Faisal Rashid (Labour - Warrington South)
That this House recognises that the ongoing escalation of military conflict between India and Pakistan is not in the interests of either country; notes that both countries possess nuclear capabilities and that a continuation of this conflict could destabilise the entire region and lead to a catastrophic loss of life; …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 7th March 2019

UNIVERSAL CREDIT SERVICE CENTRE STAFFING

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes staff working in universal credit service centres in Walsall and Wolverhampton have voted overwhelmingly to take strike action over excessive workloads, insufficient recruitment and lack of consultation between employer and staff; further notes that 90.2 per cent of members voted for strike action on a 55.8 …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Crossbench: 1
4th March 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 7th March 2019

UTILITY COMPANIES CHARGING FOR PAPER BILLS

Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House acknowledges the outrageous fee that some utility companies charge their customers who opt to receive paper versions of their bills; recognises that 4.8 million people did not use the internet in 2018; notes that this charge unfairly affects hardworking families and elderly people who do not have …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
25th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th February 2019

NATIONWIDE YOUTH STRIKES FOR CLIMATE ACTION

Tabled by: Ian Murray (Labour - Edinburgh South)
That this House notes the voice and real concerns of young people on climate change and the future of the planet and of human-kind; recognises the latest warnings from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and the need for urgent radical action to minimise the catastrophic impacts of climate change; …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
25th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th February 2019

EATING DISORDERS AWARENESS WEEK 2019

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that Monday 25 February to Sunday 3 March 2019 is eating disorders awareness week; acknowledges the work done to highlight the condition; is concerned that admissions to hospitals for potentially life-threatening eating disorders has increased dramatically in the last 12 months; expresses concern that admissions to …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
21st February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th February 2019

LGBT HISTORY MONTH 2019

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises February as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month 2019; affirms that this month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans history serves to challenge heterosexist attitudes in society; commemorates the struggle for gay rights and related civil rights through the past decades and celebrates …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th February 2019

WELCOMING ELECTRICITY NETWORK INVESTMENT IN RURAL SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) on its work in the Highlands and Islands helping to keep the lights on and ensuring that vulnerable customers are supported in the event of a power cut; recognises that while the north of Scotland network is resilient 99 per …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
19th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th February 2019

BEMIS SCOTLAND

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates BEMIS Scotland on the finale of their Year of Young People 2018 and Scottish Winter Festivals 2018/19 events that was held in the New Auditorium of the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Saturday the 26 January as part of the world renowned Celtic Connections Festival; considers …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
13th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th February 2019

LOWER EARNINGS LIMIT

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises that the Government's 2017 pledge to remove the Lower Earnings Limit (LEL) would provide a boost for the retirement pots of low-income workers; understands that the Government has given only a vague timescale commitment to lower the threshold in the mid-2020s; believes that low paid workers …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 25th February 2019

CHRISTMAS BONUS FOR WELFARE RECIPIENTS

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House calls upon the Government to reconsider its decision not to award universal credit recipients a one-off Christmas bonus which is given to the recipients of 19 other welfare payments; considers that the Government should uprate the Christmas bonus payment ahead of December 2019 which remains at a …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 20th February 2019

NORTHERN IRELAND CIVIL SERVICE AGENCY STAFF

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern about the use of agency staff to fill vacancies in the Northern Ireland Civil Service at a cost of more than £30 million in the last two years; and calls on the Northern Ireland Civil Service to fill the vacancies with permanent staff through a …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
14th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 20th February 2019

CHANGES TO THE PENSION CREDIT SYSTEM

Tabled by: Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House expresses concern with the Government’s plans to change the pension credit system which could lead to an increase in pensioner poverty; is dismayed that the Government has decided that pension credits will from now on, only be available to couples where both partners have reached pension age, …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
13th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th February 2019

FUEL POVERTY AWARENESS DAY 2019

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this house notes that Fuel Poverty Awareness Day is on 15 February and commends the work of the National Energy Action charity and Energy Action Scotland in working to end fuel poverty and promote Fuel Poverty Awareness Day; further notes that there is strong cross-party recognition on the need …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
11th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019

ROUGH SLEEPING IN COVENTRY AND THE WEST MIDLANDS

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes, whilst welcoming the fall in the total number of rough sleepers in the UK, that rough sleeping remains a growing problem across many areas of the country; condemns the particularly prominent rises in the number of people sleeping rough in Coventry and across the wider West …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019

HOLIDAY PAY FOR IN-HOUSE STAFF

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House shows its gratitude for the consistent hard work and dedication of parliamentary staff at all levels, without whom this House would be unable to conduct its significant work; urges the House administration to comply with the 2017 Employment Appeal Tribunal decision in the case of Dudley Metropolitan …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019

ACCESS TO CASH

Tabled by: Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House expresses concern about the rate at which access to cash is being reduced across the UK, with more than 200 free-to-use cashpoints and 60 bank branches closing per month according to analysis by Which?; recognises that while there has been an increase in digital payments, cash is …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019

MONEY IN SPORT AND THE REAL LIVING WAGE

Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff Central)
That this House notes the passion and excitement during the first weekend of the Six Nations Rugby Championship 2019 and the contribution made by stadium workers to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all fans; further notes that the tournament would not be possible without those workers at the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
5th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019

LGBT HISTORY MONTH

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House joins the LGBT community in celebrating LGBT History Month; recognises and supports the contributions that the LGBT community has made to Welsh society; acknowledges that the LGBT community is disproportionately impacted in terms of homelessness, domestic abuse, violence and housing discrimination; aspires to create a society in …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
4th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019

TV LICENCES FOR OVER-75s

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes that maintaining free TV licences for over-75s was a 2017 Conservative manifesto commitment; acknowledges that 2.2 million over-75s live alone and that paying the licence fee could push 50,000 pensioners below the poverty line; acknowledges that 4 million households will be affected if the concession is …
140 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 86
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 13
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
31st January 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019

VIOLENCE IN PRISONS

Tabled by: Mary Glindon (Labour - North Tyneside)
That this House expresses grave concern at the soaring levels of violence in prisons as revealed by the most recent Safety in Custody statistics; is alarmed by the 20 per cent rise in the recorded number of yearly assault incidents across the prison estate in England and Wales to 33,803, …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
29th January 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019

FIZZ FREE FEBRUARY

Tabled by: Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes high levels of obesity amongst children and adults, with severe obesity being four times higher for children in deprived areas compared to the least deprived areas across the country; acknowledges the issue of tooth decay amongst children, with over 45,000 extractions of children's teeth being carried …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th January 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019

VISA APPLICATION FOR 14 YEAR OLD ANNECELINE OMONDI

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House supports the Omondi family and calls on the Home Office to overturn its rejection of the visa application for 14-year-old Anneceline Omondi, daughter of Lance Corporal Denis Omondi, a serving soldier for the Royal Regiment of Scotland, 3 Scots, and her application for entry clearance; further rejects …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
12th February 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th February 2019

REGISTRATION FEES AT THE HEALTH AND CARE PROFESSIONS COUNCIL

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that the Health and Care Professions Council plans to increase its registration fees by 18 per cent from October 2019; believes that this increase is effectively a tax on practicing, as those who are regulated by the HCPC must pay this annual fee in order to …
137 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 82
Scottish National Party: 22
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
28th January 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th January 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
23rd January 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th January 2019

BBC RADIO SCOTLAND 40TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates BBC Radio Scotland, which launched as a full time radio network on 23 November 1978, on reaching its 40 year anniversary; values the contribution that BBC Radio Scotland has made to the cultural fabric of Scotland; appreciates the range of news, music, entertainment and sport offered …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd January 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th January 2019

ECONOMIC INEQUALITY THROUGHOUT THE WORLD

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes the annual wealth check released by Oxfam to mark the start of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, which shows that the 26 richest billionaires in the world own as many assets as the poorest half of the planet's population; records that such inequality of …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th January 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th January 2019

CHANGES TO PENSION CREDIT ELIGIBILITY

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is deeply concerned by the proposed changes to eligibility for pension credit; notes that from 15 May 2019 new pensioners whose partners are younger than the state retirement age of 65 will no longer be able to claim a means-tested top-up called pension credit but instead will …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
9th January 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th January 2019

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2019

Tabled by: Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2019 the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day marking the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, where an estimated 1.1 million people were murdered; commemorates the six million victims of the Holocaust; further notes that the theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2019 …
112 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 51
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 18
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 9
The Independent Group for Change: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
29th January 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 29th January 2019

EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP AT CHEMCO INTERNATIONAL

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House welcomes Coatbridge-based specialist coatings company Chemco International becoming 100 per cent employee owned; congratulates the 24 staff members and company founder Manny Khorasani for pursuing employee ownership to protect jobs, skills and ties with the local community; urges other businesses to consider employee ownership as a viable …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th January 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th January 2019

THE IMPACT OF TRANSFERRING TO UNIVERSAL CREDIT ON CLAIMANTS OF SEVERE DISABILITY PREMIUM

Tabled by: Rosie Duffield (Labour - Canterbury)
That this House expresses its concern about the impact of Universal Credit on claimants of Severe Disability Premium (SDP) as there is no equivalent in Universal Credit; notes that severely disabled people who live without a carer can receive over £180 a month less in Universal Credit than they would …
65 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
23rd January 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd January 2019

PARENTAL RIGHTS OF CONVICTED RAPISTS

Tabled by: Louise Haigh (Labour - Sheffield, Heeley)
That this House notes the case of Sammy Woodhouse, in which a man convicted of rape and serving a 35-year prison sentence was notified of family court proceedings for the child he fathered as a result of the rape; further notes that the man had no parental responsibilities for the …
97 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 70
Conservative: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st January 2019
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 21st January 2019

IN TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR MARTIN GORE CBE

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House commemorates the life and work of Professor Martin Gore CBE who tragically passed away suddenly; notes that he was a giant amongst UK cancer doctors, a pioneer in developing the field of medical oncology, spearheading many advances in the treatment of melanoma, renal and ovarian cancer; further …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
11th December 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 7th January 2019

SERVICES OF ROYAL MAIL AND POST OFFICE

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House thanks the Royal Mail and Post Office staff for all their hard work to sort and deliver millions of letters, cards and parcels each week of the year; notes the exceptional pressure upon them over the Christmas period and New Year period; further notes that there will …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 10
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
6th December 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 7th January 2019

DELAY IN THE INTRODUCTION OF THE 26-30 RAILCARD

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House welcomes the Chancellor of the Exchequer's 2017 commitment to introduce a 26-30 railcard which will give holders a one-third discount on rail journeys nationwide; further notes the average 3.1 per cent rail fare increase from 2 January 2019; acknowledges the Rail Delivery Group's promise that the railcard …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
6th December 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 7th January 2019

PROTECTING ELDERLY PEOPLE FROM EXPLOITATION

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House is concerned that many vulnerable older people are at risk of exploitation including financial abuse; notes that at least 130,000 older people have suffered some form of financial abuse by somebody known to them, with elderly women who are living on their own at greatest risk, according …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
18th December 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th December 2018

UNIVERSAL CREDIT ROLLOUT

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House calls upon the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions to do all that she can to ensure that nobody is worse off financially as a result of transitioning from legacy benefits onto universal credit; asks that the Government increases funding for universal credit, beyond that promised …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
18th December 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th December 2018

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE GLASGOW CHRISTMAS TOY COLLECTION

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates Catherine Drummond on her successful Christmas toy collection for children and families residing at Ronald McDonald House Glasgow; acknowledges the personal dedication of Catherine, who collects toys all year round; notes that Ronald McDonald House Glasgow provides free accommodation to families whose critically ill child is …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th December 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th December 2018

HISTORIC ROYAL PALACES STAFF PENSIONS (No. 2)

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with concern the decision of Historic Royal Palaces to close the defined benefits pension and move 120 staff to a defined contribution scheme; further notes the negative financial impact this will have on those who are currently in the defined benefits scheme, with some receiving substantially …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th December 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th December 2018

70th ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That his House notes that Human Rights Day on 10 December 2018 marks the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a milestone document that proclaimed the inalienable rights which everyone is inherently entitled to regardless of race, religion, sex or political belief; supports the principle of equal …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
10th December 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th December 2018

DWP CHRISTMAS BONUS

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
This House notes with concern that the Department for Work and Pensions Christmas bonus paid to benefit claimants has not been up-rated since it was introduced in 1972 and remains at £10; further notes recent reports that the bonus is being discontinued under universal credit; highlights that, according to the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd December 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th December 2018

UNIVERSAL CREDIT - ZERO HOURS CONTRACTS

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that it is Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) policy that universal credit claimants can be sanctioned if they either refuse to work or leave voluntarily a zero-hours contract; further notes that this is not the case under the legacy system; is aware that zero-hours contracts …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
15th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th December 2018

PRINCE AND PRINCESS OF WALES HOSPICE

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the work of the Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice, based in Bellahouston Park, Glasgow, a Scottish charity that provides palliative care to people living in and around Glasgow; supports the dedicated staff and large team of volunteers which supports patients and families with specialist holistic …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
29th November 2018
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SAVE OUR POST OFFICE NATIONAL DAY OF ACTION

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House recognises that 1 December 2018 will be the CWU led Save our Post Office National Day of Action; acknowledges the importance of local post offices on main and high streets in all communities across the UK; supports the campaign led by the Communications Workers Union (CWU) to …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th November 2018

TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL RECEIVES FIRST NATIONAL UK NURTURING SCHOOL AWARD

Tabled by: Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House congratulates and recognises that Trinity High School in Rutherglen has been awarded the National UK Nurturing School Award; notes that the school is the first secondary school in the UK to receive this award as recognition of the high quality of support offered to students; and further …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

HANNAH FRANK 110TH BIRTHDAY EXHIBITION

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House celebrates the life of the late Glasgow artist Hannah Frank; notes that the artist studied at the Glasgow School of Art and University of Glasgow in the 1920s and 1930s and is recognised as a key figure in the Art Nouveau, Glasgow Style movement; recognises that her …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

140TH ANNIVERSARY OF KELVINSIDE ACADEMY

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Kelvinside Academy on its 140th anniversary; notes that the independent school was founded in 1878 for the education of boys who were drawn from the growing population of the western suburbs of Glasgow; further notes that the school became co-educational in 1998 and now has capacity …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
14th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th November 2018

UK DECLARATION OF RECOVERY RIGHTS

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the launch by Faces and Voices of Recovery UK of the UK Recovery Declaration of Rights which states that all people have a right to recover from addiction to alcohol and other drugs; understands that the Declaration calls for action to build communities of recovery and …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

SAINT ROMERO

Tabled by: Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House celebrates the canonisation of Archbishop Oscar Romero on 14 October; notes that this will give Saint Romero the wider recognition he so richly deserves; further notes all he did to denounce the violence which affected El Salvador, how he spoke out against oppression, how he stood against …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th November 2018

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER

Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House recognises the rising tide of knife crime in parts of the UK, increasing gun crime in parts of the US, along with massive political uncertainty in the Middle East, Europe and in the UK; acknowledges that 100 years ago as the First World War, the Great War, …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
13th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

HONG KONG UMBRELLA MOVEMENT TRIALS

Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes with concern the upcoming trial on 19 November 2018 of nine leaders of the Hong Kong Umbrella movement, including the co-founders of the Occupy Central campaign Professor Benny Tai Yiu-ting, Professor Chan Kin-man, and Reverend Chu Yiu-ming; is further concerned that they are facing vague and …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
13th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

UNCONDITIONAL ASYLUM FOR ASIA BIBI

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House condemns the threats made to Asia Bibi and her family's lives following her acquittal by the Supreme Court of Pakistan in a blasphemy trial; recognises that Britain's commitment to freedom of religious expression, for those of all faiths and none, is one of our most important values; …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
13th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is concerned at the current proposals to transfer the governance of the West Midlands Fire Service from the Fire Authority to the West Midlands Combined Authority; calls for stronger democratic structures for decision-making where governance of a fire service is given over to a combined authority; outlines …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
13th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

WORLD DIABETES DAY ON 14 NOVEMBER 2018

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House supports World Diabetes Day on 14 November 2018 where millions of people around the world come together to raise awareness of diabetes including the 4.6 million who have been diagnosed with diabetes in the UK and 425 million that are estimated to suffer from diabetes worldwide; commends …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
12th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

THREATS TO ASIA BIBI AND THE SUPREME COURT JUSTICES

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the acquittal of Asia Bibi and the steps taken by the Supreme Court of Pakistan; condemns the subsequent threats to her and the Supreme Court Justices' lives; calls for the strikes, consequential anarchy, and damage to the property of citizens by extremists to immediately cease; expresses …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

EUROPEAN SUPER LEAGUE

Tabled by: Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House acknowledges recent reports in Die Spiegel newspaper that association football clubs in the UK are planning to break away from UEFA Champions League and form a new group that would be known as the European Super League; expresses concern at these plans and the damaging effect it …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
12th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

NI WINS BEST FOOD DESTINATION

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that Northern Ireland has won the Best Food Destination at the International Travel and Tourism Awards in London; congratulates Michele Shirlow and all those involved in Food NI the Food and Drinks promotion body in Northern Ireland; and recognises the work that local councils such as …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
12th November 2018
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QUEENSFERRY CHURCHES CARE IN THE COMMUNITY

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates Queensferry Churches Care in the Community for receiving £3,200 in National Lottery funding; understands that it plans to use the funding to expand volunteering opportunities in North West Edinburgh and prevent social isolation and loneliness amongst vulnerable groups; commends the charity for the work that its …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th November 2018

OAKWOOD REMEMBERS

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House welcomes the inaugural Remembrance Sunday service at Oakwood Primary School in Easterhouse, Glasgow; is encouraged that the Primary 7 pupils of Oakwood Primary School identified the lack of a war memorial within the local community and arranged a Remembrance garden within the school grounds, making use of …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
12th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

STRONTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL BUILDING LIMITED: SCOTLAND'S FIRST COMMUNITY-OWNED SCHOOL

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House warmly congratulates Strontian Community School Building Limited for funding and constructing the first community-owned school in Scotland, in conjunction with Highland Small Communities Housing Trust; recognises the fantastic work done by local residents in raising £900,000 through community shares and grant applications after rejecting Highland Council's proposals …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
12th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

LLANBERIS MOUNTAIN RESCUE TEAM'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House congratulates Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team in celebrating its 50th anniversary at the Victoria Hotel in Llanberis next week; celebrates the work of these generous volunteers who dedicate their time to helping those in need in the mountains across Snowdon, Lliwedd, Garnedd Ugain, Crib Coch, Yr Aran, Moel …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
6th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

POLLOKSHAWS LIBRARY 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Pollokshaws Library on its 50th anniversary; notes that the library opened in 1968 on Shawbridge Street and remains a fantastic free resource for the community to enjoy; thanks all the staff and volunteers who have always been on hand to help and to ensure that all …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
6th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

QUEENS PARK AND THE GREAT WAR 1914 TO 1918 PROJECT

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commends the Queen's Park and the Great War project for compiling a complete picture of the club's involvement in the Great War; pays tribute to Queen's Park Football Club for raising awareness and understanding in both the club and the wider community of the impact of the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
6th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

HUMAN RIGHTS, LEARNING DISABILITIES AND AUTISM

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House expresses deep concern at the long-term detention of large numbers of people with learning disabilities and autism in assessment and treatment units and other inpatient facilities; notes that people who are trapped in institutional care often suffer routine breaches of their human rights, including regular seclusion, the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
6th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

100 YEARS OF POLISH INDEPENDENCE

Tabled by: Daniel Kawczynski (Conservative - Shrewsbury and Atcham)
That this House notes that on 11 November 2018 Poland celebrates 100 years of independence; further notes that this freedom was guaranteed by the Treaty of Versailles which Britain supported; notes that the huge contribution of the Polish people to Britain during the Second World War, and the contribution that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

MOVEMENT TO WORK CHARITY

Tabled by: Stephen Timms (Labour - East Ham)
That this House acknowledges the higher rate of unemployment among young people; commends the contribution of the business-led charity Movement to Work in arranging work placements for disadvantaged young people and others; notes that hundreds of thousands of young people are not in employment, education or training (NEET), with many …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
6th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

POLLOKSHAWS COMMUNITY FIREWORKS DISPLAY 2018

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commends everyone at Pollokshaws and Eastwood Community Council for putting on a fantastic fireworks display at Pollokshaws Burgh Hall on 4 November 2018; pays tribute to all the community activists and volunteers who contributed to the display and through activities such as face-painting, children's entertainment and providing …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
6th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

SCOTTISH WOMEN'S FOOTBALL CUP FINAL 2018

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates all those involved in the 2018 SSE Scottish Women's Football Cup Final, held at Partick Thistle's Firhill Stadium in Glasgow on 4 November 2018; further congratulates Hibernian on winning the cup for the third consecutive time, with an 8-0 win over Motherwell who appeared in a …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
5th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018

ATTACKS ON CHRISTIANS IN EGYPT

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns, in the strongest terms, the IS terrorists attacks on Christians in Egypt that resulted in seven deaths and 11 wounded; offers sincere sympathies to all of those killed and injured and their families; and reaffirms the Government’s determination to stand alongside the Egyptian Government to defeat …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th November 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 12th November 2018

REMEMBERING HMY IOLAIRE

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

FLEXIBLE WORKING FOR CARERS

Tabled by: Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House is concerned that, according to a survey by the charity Disability Law Service, 52 per cent of those caring for a disabled person are denied requests for flexible working and that 72 percent of carers would work, or would work more, if they could work flexibly; notes …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Liberal Democrat: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th November 2018

TRAVEL BAN ON STEPHEN YAXLEY-LENNON

Tabled by: Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House notes that an invitation has been issued to Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, to speak at events in Washington DC on 14 November 2018; further notes that these invitations have been issued by anti-Muslim think tanks the Middle East Forum and the David Horowitz Freedom …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 6
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 2018

FAMINE AND CHOLERA IN YEMEN

Tabled by: Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Wood Green)
That this House notes the scale of the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, which has deepened since the outbreak of civil war in March 2015; further notes that since the beginning of the conflict over 50,000 civilians have died, over 13 million people are at risk of starvation and 20 million …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
25th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 31st October 2018

CROWN POST OFFICE CLOSURE AND PRIVATISATION

Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff Central)
That this House is deeply concerned by the recent announcement that 74 Crown post offices will be closed and franchised to WHSmith, which will mean a total loss of 60 per cent of Crown offices since 2013; notes the use of public funds to finance the closure and franchise programme …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
29th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th October 2018

VICHAI SRIVADDHANAPRABHA, CHAIRMAN OF LEICESTER CITY FOOTBALL CLUB

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House expresses deep sorrow at the tragic death of Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha the chairman of Leicester City Football Club in a horrific accident on 27 October 2018; also mourns the loss of the other four victims of the tragedy; recognises Khun Vichai's outstanding leadership of the club; further recognises …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Conservative: 9
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

WOMEN'S EQUALITY DAY

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House welcomes the recent campaign started by the female pupils of Willingdon School, in Eastbourne constituency, which builds on the work of previous supporters to create a Women's Equality Day in the UK; calls for Women's Equality Day to be established on the date of the Spring Bank …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
18th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

GLOBAL DISABILITY SUMMIT COMMITMENTS

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the importance of disability inclusive development; acknowledges progress made at the Global Disability Summit co-hosted by the Governments of the UK and Kenya and the International Disability Alliance on 24 July 2018, and the importance of commitments made to ensure people with disabilities are empowered across …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 9
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
18th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

RETIREMENT OF HEAD TEACHER AT MERRYLEE PRIMARY

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House recognises the outstanding contribution to education in Glasgow made by Liz Mahindru over a period of 40 years, particularly at Merrylee Primary School where she served as Head Teacher for 20 years; notes her dedication and service to the children who attended the school, and her contribution …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
18th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

ASSISTED READING FOR CHILDREN IN OXFORDSHIRE

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House congratulates Assisted Reading for Children in Oxfordshire (ARCh) on its 10th anniversary in 2018; praises the charity for its enormous positive impact on schools and young people in the county; commends and thanks those who volunteer for, work for, raise funds for and support the charity for …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
18th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

ARREST OF MAYOR OF RIACE, ITALY AND ATTACK ON HIS MIGRANT SUPPORT PROGRAMME BY ITALIAN GOVERNMENT

Tabled by: Chris Williamson (Independent - Derby North)
That this House expresses great concern with the anti-migrant rhetoric being used by the Italian Government; notes with alarm that the right-wing Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini has in the past talked of a mass cleansing of migrants, street by street, and has referred to southern Italians as parasites; commends …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

JUSTICE PRINCE CIC AND THE QUEEN'S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE 2018

Tabled by: Mary Glindon (Labour - North Tyneside)
That this House warmly congratulates North Tyneside-based Justice Prince CIC on winning the highly prestigious Queen's Award for Voluntary Service 2018; notes that the organisation supports the active engagement, participation, and involvement of disadvantaged and excluded sectors of the community in developing long-term sustainable projects and social enterprise using a …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

THE MISSELLING OF TIMESHARES

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House is concerned that the sale of membership of timeshare schemes and products often involves practices which are psychologically manipulative, use misleading information and unfairly exploit vulnerable, often elderly, consumers, leading to those consumers taking out very expensive borrowing commitments which they cannot afford; notes that the sale …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 18
Conservative: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Reclaim Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

INTERNATIONAL STAMMERING AWARENESS DAY

Tabled by: Anna Turley (Labour (Co-op) - Redcar)
That this House welcomes International Stammering Awareness Day on 22 October 2018, which aims to raise awareness and increase understanding of stammering, a speech condition that affects around one in 20 young children and one in 100 adults; recognises individuals and groups of volunteers and professionals who do incredible work …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 5
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

ACCOUNTABLE CAPITALISM LEGISLATION

Tabled by: Karen Lee (Labour - Lincoln)
That this House takes note of the proposals of American Senator, Elizabeth Warren on accountable capitalisation to make businesses more accountable and socially beneficial; believes that the proposals to increase the voice of employees on corporate boards and take into account the public good would be a hugely beneficial change …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

PATERNITY LEAVE

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House notes that fathers, partners of adopters and intended parents having children through surrogacy are entitled to one or two weeks' statutory paternity leave; believes that this disadvantages fathers and entrenches the presumption that women are primarily responsible for raising children; further notes that better paternity leave and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE OPENING OF THE ISLE OF RAASAY DISTILLERY

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House celebrates the one year anniversary of the opening of the Isle of Raasay distillery; acknowledges that Raasay Distillery is the first legal whisky distillery on the Isle of Raasay; notes that in the 12 months since opening, the distillery has trained and employed over 10 per cent …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
17th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

MACHAN TRUST: 20TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House celebrates the Machan Trust, a children and young persons charity, on reaching its 20th anniversary; notes that the Trust was established in 1998 as a joint churches initiative and now operates over 40 groups a week for children in Larkhall, Netherbum, Stonehouse and Ashgill; commends the charity's …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
17th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

LANARK IN BLOOM

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Lanark in Bloom on winning a Gold Medal at the Keep Scotland Beautiful Awards; notes that this is the second year running that the organisation has been recognised at the awards and believes this is testament to the hard work of the volunteers; understands that the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

SEAFARER JOBS ON OFFSHORE SUPPLY VESSELS

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that the planned merger in the US of offshore supply vessel (OSV) operators Gulfmark and Tidewater would create the world's largest OSV company; further notes that Gulfmark currently operate 30 British registered OSVs representing the last source of major employment for up to 300 UK seafarer …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

HARASSMENT OF PAKISTANI REFUGEES IN THAILAND

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern about reports that over 100 Pakistani refugees, including 30 children, have recently been rounded up by Thai police and taken to detention centres; notes that Thai Defence Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan has issued an instruction to the Thai Immigration Bureau to detain all foreigners without …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

CHALLENGE POVERTY WEEK 2018

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises Challenge Poverty Week 2018, which took place from the 1 to 5 October 2018; pays thanks to the many organisations taking part in anti-poverty work across the UK; acknowledges that there are many vital organisations available to help those who may be in need and thanks …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

INVERNESS PROUD NESS PARADE

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House applauds the welcoming and inclusive attitudes of individuals and businesses alike that were displayed at the Proud Ness parade in Inverness on 5 October 2018; notes that thousands of people turned up to march in favour of a society that promotes fairness and welcomes diversity; thanks local …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
15th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

KERALA FLOOD RELIEF

Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House congratulates the charitable work by fundraisers in Scotland, such as the Charity Dinner held in Glasgow and sponsored by PG Papers, Dakhin restaurant and others in raising money to support the Kerala Chief Ministers Relief Fund following the worst rains in more than 100 years in which …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
15th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF THE ASSASSINATION OF MALTESE INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALIST DAPHNE CARUANA GALIZIA

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House again condemns the assassination of Maltese investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, who was killed by a car bomb one year ago on 16 October 2017; notes that a full year on there has still not been justice for her murder; commends her courageous investigative reporting, including her …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

CAMANACHD ASSOCIATION 125TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House congratulates the Camanachd Association, the governing body of the Scottish sport of shinty, on reaching its 125th anniversary, having been constituted in the Victoria Hall, Kingussie, on 10 October 1893; wishes the Camanachd Association well in meeting its objective of fostering, promoting and developing Scotland's most iconic …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
10th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018

ANTHONY NOLAN TRUST

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the tremendous work undertaken by the charity Anthony Nolan in providing the Anthony Nolan register which matches potential stem donors with those who need it most; further notes the need for more men aged 16 to 30 of all ethnicities to register as a donor given …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
17th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th October 2018

PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO MEMBERS OF PARLIAMENT BY SOCIAL HOUSING ORGANISATIONS

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House expresses its concern at the actions of Orbit Housing and other organisations in withholding information from hon. Members in relation to casework they are pursuing on behalf of constituents; supports the rights of constituents to ask their hon. Member for their assistance with casework and to give …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th October 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 11th October 2018

SPINA BIFIDA AND HYDROCEPHALUS AWARENESS WEEK

Tabled by: Owen Smith (Labour - Pontypridd)
That this House recognises Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Awareness Week from 22 to 26 October 2018; commends the work of charities like Shine and SBH Scotland which provide specialist advice and support for spina bifida and hydrocephalus; notes that folic acid deficiency has led to life threatening birth defects in …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th October 2018

BIRDS REARED IN CAGES TO BE SHOT FOR SPORT

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 …
121 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Aug 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 69
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Crossbench: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
12th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th September 2018

PUBLICATION OF PARENTAL LEAVE AND PAY POLICIES

Tabled by: Jo Swinson (Liberal Democrat - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes with concern that 54,000 women lose their jobs each year because of pregnancy and maternity discrimination; recognises that greater transparency on parental leave and pay would reduce the risk of discrimination during recruitment and would incentivise employers to offer more generous parental pay; and calls upon …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Liberal Democrat: 11
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
6th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th September 2018

RESTORATION OF WORK ALLOWANCE ELEMENT OF UNIVERSAL CREDIT

Tabled by: Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House notes that one of the founding principles of universal credit was to make work pay; and therefore calls on the Government to return to this original principle by restoring the work allowance element to its original level, before funding for it was cut by around £3 billion …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
5th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

RUNRIG ROCK BAND

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House notes with regret the retirement of the Scottish Gaelic rock band, Runrig who marked the event with two spectacular sold-out shows in front of Stirling Castle; further notes the band’s extraordinary success in selling millions of albums around the world and securing top five albums in the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
5th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

ANNIVERSARY OF THE DEATHS OF FIREFIGHTERS TONY HALL AND JOHN DONLEY

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House honours the service and sacrifice of firefighters and remembers all those who have lost their lives in the line of duty; joins with the colleagues, friends and family of Tony Hall and John Donley at the unveiling of a commemorative plaque at Peterlee Fire Station on 5 …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2018
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UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW SETTLEMENT

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the University of Glasgow Settlement and its recent Exhibition celebrating its legacy and connection with student social action; notes that the Settlement was founded in 1897 by female students, graduates and employees of Queen Margaret College as part of the Settlement Movement which focused on closing …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th September 2018

GREEN FLAG AWARD - ST LUKE'S HIGH SCHOOL, BARRHEAD

Tabled by: Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates St Luke's High School in Barrhead, East Renfrewshire, on being presented with a Green Flag Award by the Eco Schools programme; notes that the programme is operated worldwide by the Foundation for Environmental Education; understands that Green Flags are given to schools for passing seven elements …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

100 HEROINES CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
That this House recognises the work of The Royal Photographic Society in initiating its Hundred Heroines: Celebrating Women in Photography Today campaign, which is an international campaign to highlight inspirational women in photography on the centenary year of women's suffrage and redefine the status of women in contemporary photography; recognises …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th September 2018

UNLOCK EMPLOYMENT

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the work of Unlock Employment, based in Govan, Glasgow, a social enterprise and community-based organisation which seeks to help the disadvantaged in the community, be it the unemployed or under-employed, into employment; supports its delivery of its people-based services across employability, skills and training, including reliable …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th September 2018

MASLOW'S

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the work of Maslow's, based in Govan, Glasgow, a volunteer-run community second hand shop providing free clothing, household goods, food and English classes to asylum seekers, refugees and people experiencing hardship within the local community, with all profits going back into the local community in which …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th September 2018

MID ARGYLL PIPE BAND, GRADE 4B CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Pipe Major Craig Lang, lead drummer Graeme McMillan and all the pipers and drummers of the Mid Argyll Pipe Band on becoming the RSPBA Grade 48 Champion of Champions for their consistency of performance across all five major competition in 2018; acknowledges a hugely successful season …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

MERCHANT NAVY DAY

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that 3 September 2018 was Merchant Navy Day to honour the brave men and women who kept our island nation afloat during both World Wars and to mark our dependence on modern day merchant seafarers who are responsible for 95 per cent of the UK's imports; …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th September 2018

EAST AYRSHIRE ADVOCACY SERVICES

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House pays tribute to East Ayrshire Advocacy Services, and recognises the work it carries out in Kilmarnock and Loudoun constiuency; notes that the group provides support for vulnerable people in East Ayrshire by assisting them with day-to-day tasks and accompanying them to meetings and medical appointments, and acting …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

SIR JAMES MARTIN AND THE EJECTOR SEAT

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the phenomenal invention by County Down man Sir James Martin which was tested in 1946 and resulted in the world's first ejector seat that has saved thousands of lives world-wide; notes that a statue of the inventor has been unveiled at the Higher Denham Headquarters near …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th September 2018

NEWMILNS REGENERATION ASSOCIATION

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates the Newmilns Regeneration Association (NRA) on its recent success in winning the Queens Award for Voluntary Service; notes that the NRA was rewarded for its extensive work in the regeneration of the village of Newmilns; further notes that the group has taken over the village's former …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

GERAINT THOMAS AND THE TOUR DE FRANCE 2018

Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House congratulates Geraint Thomas from Wales on his victory in the 2018 Tour de France; acknowledges the support of his fellow Team Sky cyclists Chris Froome, Egan Arley Bernal Gomez, Jonathan Castroviejo, Michal Kwiatkowski, Gianni Moscon, Wout Poels and Luke Rowe; notes that Geraint wore the famous Maillot …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

SCOTLAND QUALIFY FOR WOMEN'S WORLD CUP

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Scotland on qualifying for the Women's World Cup for the first time following a famous victory in Albania; notes that this achievement highlights the huge progress made in the women's game in Scotland in recent years; recognises the fantastic work done by manager Shelley Kerr and …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

PENSION DASHBOARD

Tabled by: Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House believes that the Government has a duty to ensure that all citizens have financial security in their retirement; notes that a pensions dashboard would allow consumers to view the value of their state, occupational and private pensions in one place; recognises the importance of giving future pensioners …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

YEMEN PEACE TALKS 6 SEPTEMBER 2018

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House supports the efforts made by Martin Griffiths, the UN Special Envoy to Yemen in convening peace talks in Geneva beginning on 6 September 2018; notes that 22.2 million Yemenis countrywide are in need of urgent humanitarian assistance and that nine million are on the brink of famine; …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

YOUTH SERVICES

Tabled by: Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House acknowledges the importance of youth services as a vital component of lifelong learning and civil society; notes that youth work provides many opportunities to support and extend the formal education curriculum, raises self esteem, promotes the development of communication skills and helps young people explore boundaries between …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th 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
24th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

RADIOTHERAPY PROVISION IN THE UK

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that one in two people in the UK now develop cancer at some point in their lives; recognises radiotherapy is needed in approximately 50 per cent of cancer cases; further recognises that radiotherapy receives only five per cent of the NHS cancer budget; regrets that the …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
24th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th September 2018

TWINNING OF OXFORD AND RAMALLAH

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House welcomes the work of the Oxford Ramallah Friendship Association over 15 years to develop cultural, social and friendship links between the people of Ramallah and Oxford; further welcomes visits and exchanges between residents, schools, community groups and trade unions in the two cities in that time; notes …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th September 2018

AFFORDABLE HOMES IN SOUTH LAKELAND

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the growing crisis in the provision of affordable housing, the average house price in England and Wales being 7.8 times the average salary and more than 10 times average salaries in South Lakeland; notes that small site developers building 10 units or fewer are exempt from …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

ISRAEL'S NATION STATE LAW

Tabled by: Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds North West)
That this House notes with concern the Nation State Law passed in the Israeli Knesset by just 62 votes to 55; further notes this law enshrines the concept that Israel is the nation-state of the Jewish people as a basic law and alters the application of the Basic Law on …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
24th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

SCOTTISH YOUTH PARLIAMENT RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the Scottish Youth Parliament's Right Here, Right Now campaign on young people's rights; understands that the aim of the campaign is to ensure that the rights of young people living in Scotland must be upheld, respected and taken into account in the nation's decision-making; notes that …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
24th July 2018
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CADBURY'S DAIRY MILK LOW-SUGAR VERSION

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House applauds the action taken by Mondelez, which owns Cadbury, for its commitment to tackle childhood obesity in the UK by introducing a new Cadbury's Dairy Milk bar in 2019 which will contain 30 per cent less sugar; commends the company for already introducing a 250 calorie cap …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

MEMORIAL TO ST ANDREWS GOLFER AND TRIPLE OPEN WINNER JAMIE ANDERSON

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates author and golf historian Roger McStravick on his endeavours to ensure a fitting memorial to St Andrews golfer and clubmaker Jamie Anderson, who won The Open three times in a row with victories at Musselburgh in 1877, Prestwick Golf Club in 1878 and St Andrews in …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
17th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

TERMINAL ILLNESS AND BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House notes with concern that many people with terminal illnesses who are expected to live longer than six months cannot claim for benefits under the special rules due to the Department of Work and Pensions' definition of terminal illness which states that eligibility is dependent on whether the …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018

SUNDAY POLITICS PROGRAMME

Tabled by: Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House notes the recently-made decision by the BBC to cancel the Sunday Politics television show in its current form and the wider cuts made to the news and current affairs section as a result of wider savings the Corporation is undertaking; recognises the importance of high-quality journalism to …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th September 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 6th September 2018

SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN'S HOSPICES IN ENGLAND

Tabled by: Sandy Martin (Labour - Ipswich)
That this House notes that across England, 40,000 babies,·children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions rely on palliative care to enhance their quality of life, manage symptoms and provide their families with much needed help and rest; expects demand for children's palliative care to grow as the number …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2018
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END OF PAY ASSIGNMENTS

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House welcomes the End of Pay Between Assignments in British Telecom (BT); acknowledges the news that BT Consumer will be looking to create approximately 1,000 new and permanent roles across BT UK call centres; recognises the importance of direct employment with fair terms and conditions; appreciates the campaign …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
24th July 2018
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AUCHENGEICH COLLIERY DISASTER (No. 2)

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House notes that 18 September 2018 will mark the 59th anniversary of the Auchengeich Colliery disaster, in which 47 miners went to work never to return home to their families, leaving 76 children without a father and a community devastated; recognises the fact that the youngest man to …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
23rd July 2018
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MAKE DO AND GROW - THE HOOP AWARDS 2018

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the work of Make Do and Grow, based in Govan, Glasgow, a not-for-profit social enterprise and a community based organisation that offer low cost pre-loved clothing and toys for children aged 3 to 12, and creative sessions such as crafting and free-play using reusable and recyclable …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
23rd July 2018
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POLICING AT THE APPLEBY HORSE FAIR

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House commends the police for its hard work in Cumbria surrounding the Appleby Horse Fair; recognises the Government's failure to provide Cumbria Constabulary with the funding needed to protect communities from anti-social behaviour; and calls on the Home Secretary to provide immediate provision for additional policing for the …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
23rd July 2018
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EFFECT OF THE WATER SHORTAGE ON FARMERS IN CUMBRIA

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes the rapid decline in reservoir levels in the North West due to two very dry months resulting in the Environment Agency receiving a sharp increase in reports of environmental incidents in the North West, with 25 per cent of July 2018's normal estimated reports received in …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd July 2018
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FOREIGN NATIONAL VISAS IN THE PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES

Tabled by: Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds North West)
That this House expresses concern over reports that the Israeli Government is increasingly refusing to renew the residency permits and visas of foreign nationals who live and work in the Palestinian Territories; affirms the view that foreign nationals must be granted access to visit, travel and live in the Palestinian …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th July 2018
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GREEN FLAG AWARDS IN EDINBURGH

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates Edinburgh for winning more than 45 per cent of Scotland's Green Flag awards in recognition of the city's outstanding quality of green spaces; recognises that the Green Flag award is the ultimate benchmark for green spaces and that of 71 across Scotland, 33 were in Edinburgh; …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
19th July 2018
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VISUAL STATEMENT NATIONAL LOTTERY AWARDS FOR ALL FUNDING

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Visual Statement on successfully securing £9,000 in National Lottery Awards for All funding; praises the Group for its plans to deliver theatre-based activities to young people at risk of alcohol abuse in Easterhouse; and looks forward to seeing the difference this funding will make.
10 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th July 2018

UNLOCKED GRADUATES CHARITY

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House applauds the pioneering work of the charity, Unlocked Graduates, which aims to bring high-calibre graduate talent into the prison service; notes that participants in the charity's two-year programme serve as prison officers while working towards a fully-funded master's degree in Leadership and Custodial Environments; believes that the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2018
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ALCOHOL STRATEGY

Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House welcomes the Government's commitment to publish a new Alcohol Strategy; notes that alcohol harms cost the NHS around £3.5 billion annually and that there are 595,000 adults with alcohol dependence in England, 80 per cent of whom are not in contact with treatment services; further notes the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
16th July 2018
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CONGRATULATIONS TO STRATHAVEN DYNAMO AFC ON ITS 50TH BIRTHDAY

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Strathaven Dynamo AFC on 50 successful years in Strathaven; recognises that this football club has served many members of the community throughout the years; appreciates the positive impacts it has had on the lives of the youth in the community; acknowledges the immense success it has …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th July 2018
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GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF BILL AND SANDRA WEST

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House sends its warmest congratulations to Mr and Mrs West of Mount Vernon in Glasgow on the occasion of their golden wedding anniversary; commends Bill and Sandra for 50 years of love and happiness which was celebrated on 6 July 2018; and sends the couple all good wishes …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
16th July 2018
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GAIL BRADY'S CHARITY SHAVE

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House warmly congratulates Gail Brady of Baillieston in Glasgow for taking part in a recent charity shave for Alzheimer Scotland; and commends Gail, who works at Tesco Extra Parkhead, for her fundraising work, which saw over £1,000 raised and which will be of great benefit to Alzheimer Scotland …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
12th July 2018
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80 YEARS OF THE BEANO

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundee publisher DC Thomson on its exhibition to celebrate 80 years of its iconic comic magazine, The Beano; commends Beano Studios and The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum's fantastic wheeze to join forces and rename Dundee's historic McManus Galleries in Dundee, the McMenace for the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
12th July 2018
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LUKE STEWART AND ALEX LOGAN

Tabled by: Ian Murray (Labour - Edinburgh South)
That this House notes the sad passing of eight-year old Luke Stewart and six-year old Alex Logan who both died in July 2018 from Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG); recognises their fight against this rare brain tumour and the bravery of their families in campaigning for better and more effective …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Crossbench: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2018
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FLAME-POWERED SKY LANTERNS

Tabled by: Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House is concerned that sky lanterns, also known as Chinese lanterns, pose a serious fire safety hazard due to their uncontrolled and unpredictable flight paths, and are dangerous to livestock, crops and the environment; notes that fire and rescue services across the country oppose the mass release of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
10th July 2018
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UNIVERSAL CREDIT AND BANKING ID

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House views with concern the problems currently experienced by many vulnerable universal credit (UC) applicants, particularly those in hostel accommodation and living with mental health problems, providing acceptable ID to banks for the purposes of establishing a bank account which is a condition of receipt of UC; notes …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th July 2018
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ANN BURN MBE

Tabled by: Ian Murray (Labour - Edinburgh South)
That this House recognises the achievements of community stalwart Ann Burn MBE from Moredun, Edinburgh; expresses profound sympathy and regret to her family at her passing; celebrates her life dedicated to her local community in Moredun that resulted in her being granted an MBE for her work in the community; …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th July 2018
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REPATRIATION OF THE BODY OF ANNA CAMPBELL

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House has deep sympathy with the family and friends of Anna Campbell who was killed by Turkish forces in Afrin while supporting the Kurdish YPJ in March 2018; regrets that the Turkish Government has chosen to go against the Geneva Convention and not repatriate Anna's body; condemns the …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
9th July 2018
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WILLIAM DUNLOP

Tabled by: Ian Paisley (Democratic Unionist Party - North Antrim)
That this House recognises the achievements of motorcycle racer William Dunlop from Ballymoney; expresses profound sympathy and regret to his partner, child, mother, brothers and extended family on his tragic death in the Republic of Ireland whilst practising for the Skerries Races; and calls on the Northern Ireland Department for …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
9th July 2018
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CANCER MEDICINES

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with concern that cancer patients in Northern Ireland have now faced two years of inequitable access to cancer medicines compared to the rest of the UK, as they are not able to access medicines recommended by NICE under the NICE/Cancer Drugs Fund process, despite Northern Ireland …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
21st June 2018
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BACKDATING PIP FOR YOUNG CANCER PATIENTS

Tabled by: Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House is aware that around 4,000 children and young people are diagnosed with cancer every year; recognises that young people must spend an average £360 a month extra during active cancer treatment, while families of children with cancer travel an additional 440 miles per month to access specialist …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 23rd July 2018

SMALL CLAIMS LIMIT FOR PERSONAL INJURY AND ACCESS TO JUSTICE

Tabled by: Ellie Reeves (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House expresses concern at the planned increase in the small claims limit for personal injury; regrets the small claims limit increase is not on the face of the Civil Liability Bill and unable to be debated; further regrets the proposal to increase the small claims limit by 100 …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 46
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
23rd July 2018
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COUNTRYFILE 30TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Countryfile on reaching its 30th anniversary; notes the tremendous cross-section of agri-life that is displayed in such a wonderful way in each programme; and thanks all those involved in this excellent and informative production which gives the people of the UK such pleasure.
32 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd July 2018
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CHILDCARE VOUCHERS No. 2

Tabled by: Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House notes that the Government is closing Childcare Vouchers to new entrants from 4 October 2018 without having conducted a proper analysis of the winners and losers from removing the scheme and replacing it with Tax-Free Childcare, despite a recommendation to so do by the Treasury Select Committee; …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
16th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 19th July 2018

ATTEMPTED BOMBING OF IRANIAN OPPOSITION IN PARIS

Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House strongly condemns the attempted bombing at the gathering of the Iranian opposition in Paris, Free Iran - The Altemative; notes Belgian prosecutors have announced that two Belgian nationals of Iranian origin were charged with attempted terrorist murder and the preparation of a terrorist offence and both are …
75 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Conservative: 19
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th July 2018

NEW MEDICINE FOR NEUROBLASTOMA

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the decision by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) to recommend dinutuximab beta for the treatment of children with high-risk neuroblastoma; praises the collaborative and flexible approach of all parties including NICE, EUSA Pharma, Solving Kids' Cancer, Neuroblastoma UK, the Children's Cancer and …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th July 2018

NELSON MANDELA SCOTTISH MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that 18 July 2018 is the centenary of the birth of the great Nelson Mandela, and sends its best wishes to millions in South Africa and around the world for Mandela Day; further notes that Mandela Day is an opportunity to remember the role played by …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 6th July 2018

40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE DEATH OF FORMER MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT JOHN PITCAIRN MACKINTOSH

Tabled by: Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House marks the 40th anniversary of the death of former hon. Member John Pitcairn Mackintosh on 30 July 2018; notes the significant contribution John made to the constituency of Berwick and East Lothian as its hon. Member between 1966 and 1978; recognises John as a key proponent of …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th July 2018

UN NUCLEAR WEAPONS BAN TREATY (No. 2)

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that on 7 July 2017 the UN concluded a legally-binding Treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons with the object of leading to the total elimination of nuclear weapons; welcomes the fact that the treaty was adopted by 122 states with just one vote against and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
28th June 2018
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LEARIE CONSTANTINE

Tabled by: John Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House notes with deep respect, gratitude and sadness the anniversary on 1 July of the death of Learie, Baron Constantine, barrister, politician, broadcaster, campaigner against racial discrimination and cricketing legend; further notes that Baron Constantine served both on the Race Relations Board and, through his pioneering legal case …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2018
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700TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CONSECRATION OF ST ANDREWS CATHEDRAL

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes that 5 July 2018 will mark the 700th anniversary of the consecration of St Andrews Cathedral that took place after 150 years of construction; considers the important role that the Cathedral has played in Scotland's history with the consecration coming just four years after the battle …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
27th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

BATTLE OF EBRO COMMEMORATION 7 JULY

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House recalls the bravery of the members of the army of the Spanish Republic and of the International Brigades which in July 1938 launched the last Republican offensive, the Battle of the Ebro; congratulates the International Brigades Memorial Trust which will mark the bravery of those anti­-fascists with …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
26th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

CONFIDENCE IN SECRETARY OF STATE FOR WALES

Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House has no confidence in the Secretary of State for Wales; notes his inability to deliver two consecutive major infrastructure projects for Wales, despite manifesto promises, namely the cancellation of rail electrification on the South Wales Mainline and now the decision by the Government not to support the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
26th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

CO-OPERATIVES FORTNIGHT

Tabled by: Anna Turley (Labour (Co-op) - Redcar)
That this House notes that the UK Co-operative movement has grown in 2017 to now boasting a combined annual turnover of £36.1 billion owned by 13.1 million members and 234,577 employees; further notes that co-operatives in the UK span across a wide range of sectors from agriculture to arts and …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES

Tabled by: Gareth Snell (Labour (Co-op) - Stoke-on-Trent Central)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Staffordshire (Fire and Rescue Authority) Order 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 696), dated 6 June 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 8 June, be annulled.
20 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

GAY HUSSAR RESTAURANT SOHO

Tabled by: John Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House regrets the decision of Corus Hotels to close the Gay Hussar restaurant in Greek Street, Soho, London; recalls that for over 65 years this London dining landmark has hosted generations of politicians, journalists, cartoonists and bon vivants of all descriptions; further recalls that the Gay Hussar has …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
21st June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

DETENTION OF DUAL-NATIONALS IN IRAN

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses concern for the arbitrary detention of dual-nationals in Iran from the UK and other nations; stands in solidarity with recent petitions in the European Parliament, US Congress and Canadian Parliament echoing concerns for the treatment of dual-nationals imprisoned in Iran; expresses particular concern regarding the case …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
21st June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

CLEAN AIR FOR CORSTORPHINE

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House, on Clean Air Day 2018, notes that air pollution from traffic fumes has a devastating impact on health, especially on children and people with existing health problems; regrets the fact that air pollution is responsible for over 2,500 early deaths every year in Scotland and costs the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
20th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

70TH ANNIVERSARY OF GLENROTHES NEW TOWN

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House notes that 30 June 2018 marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of Glenrothes New Town; celebrates the town's growth and success over the years since 1948; records its appreciation of the work by the former Glenrothes Development Corporation (GDC), local authorities, public and third sector bodies, …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

GENA TURGEL MBE

Tabled by: Lord Mann (Non-affiliated - Bassetlaw)
That this House pays tribute to Gena Turgel MBE following her sad passing on 7 June 2018; remembers Gena for her determination to educate about her story of surviving the Krakow ghetto, Plaznow concentration camp, Auschwitz-Birkenau, Buchenwald and Bergen-Belsen, where she was eventually liberated and married one of her liberators, …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

US ADMINISTRATION IMMIGRATION POLICY

Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House condemns in the strongest terms the US Administration's zero-tolerance immigration policy which has seen almost 2,000 children and babies separated from their parents and held in cages at the border with Mexico; notes the recordings of traumatised children crying out for their parents from inside the holding …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
19th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

SEAFARERS AWARENESS WEEK 2018

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House welcomes Seafarers Awareness Week 2018, 23 to 30 June 2018, and its theme of UK maritime employment opportunities; recognises the socio­economic and strategic value of the UK's traditional role as a centre of maritime employment, training and skills; further welcomes the 18 per cent growth in the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

GREAT GAME FAIRS OF IRELAND 40TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Great Game Fairs of Ireland on its 40th anniversary event and wishes those fairs all the best for the All Ireland Game Fair to be held in Shane's Castle, Antrim, on 23 and 24 June 2018; notes the tremendous positive impact that country sports make …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

AYRSHIRE SAMARITANS ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Ayrshire Samaritans on its one year birthday at its new premises in The Forgate, Kilmarnock; notes that these premises are more accessible and welcoming than its previous premises; commends Worksmart, which undertook the original refurbishment, providing labour free of charge; commends all the volunteers who work …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
18th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

LET US IN CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes the duty placed on businesses by the Equality Act 2010 to make reasonable readjustments to remove barriers to disabled people; regrets that it is up to the individual to bring court action against business owners who are in breach of these provisions; recognises that such action …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

PRISON OFFICER RETIREMENT AGE

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House commends the commitment, bravery and dedication shown by prison officers, who face challenging, dangerous and physically demanding working conditions on a daily basis; notes that the Prisons Act 1952 confirms that a serving prison officer shall have all the powers, authority, protection and privileges of a police …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
13th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018

RETIREMENT OF HEAD TEACHER AT BROOMHILL PRIMARY

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises the outstanding contribution to education in Glasgow made by Mrs Heather A Neilson, in particular as Head Teacher of Broomhill Primary School over the last nine years; notes, in particular, her dedication and service to the children who have attended that school, while keeping them at …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th June 2018
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KINGSBARNS COMMUNITY COUNCIL'S REFUGEE INITIATIVE

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House recognises that Europe is facing the worst refugee crisis since the Second World War; notes that those who have become refugees have had to leave their homes in the worst possible situations and seek sanctuary not out of choice but necessity; agrees that we all have a …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
8th May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th June 2018

THE 2019 LOAN CHARGE

Tabled by: Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House expresses its concern at the 2019 Loan Charge; notes that it is retrospective applying back to 1999; further notes that as a result of the introduction of IR35, umbrella companies were set up and recommended by professional advisers and employment agencies; recognises that the Charge will affect …
152 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Conservative: 31
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
26th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th June 2018

MEDICINAL CANNABIS LICENSING

Tabled by: Tonia Antoniazzi (Labour - Gower)
That this House welcomes the establishment of a new All Party Parliamentary Group on Medicinal Cannabis on 10 July 2018; notes with concern the initial failure to licence medicinal cannabis products needed by patients to treat epilepsy and other conditions, as recently demonstrated by the cases of six year old …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
20th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th June 2018

CLOSURE OF FREE TO USE ATMS

Tabled by: Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that LINK, the manager of the UK's free-to-use ATM network, proposes to cut the interchange rate fee the method by which ATMs are funded, by 20 per cent over the next four years; further notes that the first five per cent cut is to be implemented …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
20th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th June 2018

GLASGOW SCHOOL OF ART AND O2 ABC FIRE

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House expresses deep regret and sadness at the devastating fire which severely damaged the Glasgow School of Art and the O2 ABC music menu on the evening of 15 June 2018; pays tribute to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Police Scotland, the Salvation Army, and all who …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th June 2018

MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE AWARENESS WEEK 2018

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House pays tribute to MND Scotland in recognising 2018's MND Awareness Week; notes that MND Awareness Week 2018 runs from 18 to 24 June; pays thanks to organisations, such as Highland Support Group, for supporting those with motor neurone disease (MND) and their families; and supports MND Scotland …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
5th June 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th June 2018

POST OFFICE COUNTER SERVICE IN MEMBERS' LOBBY

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

Tabled by: Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates the environmental charity FIDRA, based in East Lothian, and Dr Becky Gait, her team and volunteers for their work to eliminate pollution by nurdle pellets used in the manufacture of plastics and for their work to encourage and require plastics producers, users, transporters and trade associations …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th May 2018
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CONDEMNATION OF THE MASSACRE OF PALESTINIAN PROTESTORS ALONG THE GAZA FENCE

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House calls on the Government to unequivocally condemn the massacre of Palestinian protesters along the Gaza border fence which has led to the deaths of at least 62 unarmed civilians and the injuring of thousands more, including 1,359 with gunshot injuries admitted to hospitals in a single day …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
22nd May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd May 2018

BANNING A24 TRAPS THAT KILL HEDGEHOGS

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

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is seriously disappointed and concerned at plans by Scotland's leading commercial broadcaster to shed 59 jobs across the STV and STV2 channels, with the latter closing altogether; notes that the plans involve ending the flagship STV News Tonight Scottish and international news programme, which will lead to …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 21st May 2018

UNITED NATIONS HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL COMMISSION OF INQUIRY INTO VIOLATIONS OF INTERNATIONAL LAW

Tabled by: Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House welcomes the resolution of the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) on 18 May 2018 to establish an independent, international Commission of Inquiry to investigate all violations of international humanitarian law and international human rights law in the context of large-scale civilian protests in the occupied Palestinian …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
16th May 2018
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INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND LACK OF CONCILIATION AT ACAS

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that the members of the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) working for the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) face unmanageable workloads and steps to downgrade other aspects of their work; considers it ironic that the very service responsible for mediating disputes about workplace relations …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 17th May 2018

ME AWARENESS WEEK 2018

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) Awareness Week from 6 to 12 May 2018, which aims to highlight the impact this invisible illness has on 250,000 people across the UK; recognises the fantastic work campaigners and charities are doing to highlight ME as a physical condition which is not …
139 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 35
Conservative: 17
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
14th May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 14th May 2018

CLEANING PRODUCTS SAFETY

Tabled by: Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes research by the Department of Clinical Science at Bergen University which shows that exposure to some cleaning products can be as damaging to lung function as smoking 20 cigarettes a day; further notes the occupational health risks faced by people who work as cleaners; expresses dissatisfaction …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
8th May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 14th May 2018

CONSEQUENCES OF CANCELLATION OF CARDIFF TO SWANSEA RAIL ELECTRIFICATION

Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff Central)
That this House notes with dismay and disapprobation the decision to scrap the rail electrification programme between Cardiff and Swansea; further notes that the National Audit Office consider the decision to have been financially driven; rejects claims that bi­modal trains could deliver similar benefits to electrification; believes that the decision …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 14th May 2018

POOR PERFORMANCE ON NORTHERN RAIL SERVICES

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes the Public Accounts Committee report into Rail Franchising in the UK which recognised that Passengers on the Thameslink, Southern and Great Northern franchise have suffered an appalling level of delays and cancellations since the franchise started in 2014 and that the franchising model is broken; further …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
9th May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 10th May 2018

CRICKET IRELAND

Tabled by: Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House congratulates Cricket Ireland on obtaining Test Status; pays tribute to its Chief Executive, Warren Deutrom, and all those who worked so determinedly to bring this about; encourages the International Cricket Council to support the growth of the game at both elite and grassroots levels on the island …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 15 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 10th May 2018

EX-CARILLION STAFF AT BRITISH MUSEUM

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House believes that the recent collapse of multinational company Carillion, which provided support services at the British Museum, is yet another example of why privatisation is not working for the culture sector; is concerned that the 100 staff on the British Museum contract are now being paid by …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
1st May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 10th May 2018

90TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ARDS RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the 90th anniversary of Ards Rugby Football Club; commends the phenomenal work that is carried out with young people and the wonderful charitable work carried out at the club; congratulates all those involved in keeping the club thriving for so long; and wishes it every success …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
3rd May 2018
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URBAN FOX SKI COACH PROGRAMME

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Shania Templeton, Bryan Templeton, Abby Adams, Caroline Ballie, Ross Paterson and Demi Queen of Greyfiars Church in Barlanark on their successful completion of their Assistant Ski Coach awards; acknowledges that this has been made possible through an Urban Fox programme in partnership with Snow Camp; commends …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
3rd May 2018
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SOUTHALL FOOTBALL CLUB

Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House strongly congratulates Southall Football Club on winning the Spartan South Midlands League; recognises that this is the first time that Southall FC has won the league since 1927; notes that the club was founded in 1871, making it one of the oldest clubs in the country; and …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd May 2018
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CHITTAGONG HILL TRACTS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned by the risks facing indigenous Jumma women in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) region of Bangladesh, the authorities' systematic failure either to prevent sexual and other violence or facilitate access to justice for survivors, and by the Bangladesh military's complicity in human rights abuses; notes …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018

DOUBLE WIN FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE AT THE GUARDIAN UNIVERSITY AWARDS

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the University of Strathclyde has been recognised at the Guardian University Awards 2018; understands that the awards were given in recognition of the Strathclyde Cares and TransEDU projects, which seek to support care leavers and transgender people applying to, studying at and working in the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018

LIVING WAGE ACCREDITATION IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY IN GLASGOW

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Firewater on Sauchiehall Street in Glasgow is a Scottish Living Wage Employer; understands that, to date, Firewater is the only living wage accredited nightclub in the UK; believes that the real living wage benefits both workers and businesses; congratulates Firewater on obtaining living wage accreditation; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018

GLASGOW UNIVERSITIES AMONGST TOP 50 IN UK

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes the recent publication of the Complete University Guide 2019 League Tables; understands that three Glasgow universities have appeared in the top 50 rankings of that guide; further understands that the University of Glasgow and the University of Strathclyde were ranked 24th and 40th respectively, whilst the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 2
1st May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018

LOSS OF CHAMPIONS LEAGUE COVERAGE ON FREE TO AIR TELEVISION

Tabled by: John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House is concerned that from next season there will be no football UEFA Champions League or Europa League highlights on any of the major free to air channels in the UK; notes that UEFA have decided to sell the rights exclusively to pay television providers in an increasing …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st May 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018

REFERRAL OF BURMA TO THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT

Tabled by: Rushanara Ali (Labour - Bethnal Green and Bow)
That this House expresses concern that Min Aung Hlaing, Commander in Chief of the Burmese military, has paid no real price for the military offensive against the Rohingya which began in August 2017; notes that around 700,000 Rohingya have been forced to flee to Bangladesh, joining the more than 300,000 …
88 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 45
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
25th April 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018

IMMIGRATION

Tabled by: Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Detention Centre (Amendment) Rules 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 411), dated 22 March 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 27 March, be annulled.
114 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 77
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
25th April 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018

COHABITEES ENTITLEMENT TO BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT PAYMENT

Tabled by: Thelma Walker (Labour - Colne Valley)
That this House calls for reform to extend Bereavement Support Payment to people who were cohabiting but were not married or in a civil partnership; considers that the current position is manifestly unfair and ignores the reality of modern day Britain where cohabiting couples account for approximately one in five …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
25th April 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018

IMMIGRATION

Tabled by: Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Immigration (Guidance on Detention of Vulnerable Persons) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 410), dated 22 March 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 27 March, be annulled.
118 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 81
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
24th April 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018

THE PRESS AND JOURNAL ABERDEEN

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House congratulates The Press and Journal on being awarded the UK's Regional Daily Newspaper of the Year at the NewsAwards 2018; recognises the Press and Journal is the highest selling regional daily newspaper in the UK; praises The Press and Journal for the role it plays in delivering …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th April 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018

20th ANNIVERSARY OF REFUGEE WEEK

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House celebrates the 20th anniversary of Refugee Week which lasts from 18 to 24 June 2018; notes that the refugee crisis has uprooted almost 50 million children from their homes who are now vulnerable to exploitation, abuse and trafficking; further celebrates this year's message for Refugee Week, Different …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 12
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
19th April 2018
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WINDRUSH 70TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes that 22 June 2018 will be the 70th anniversary of the arrival of the HMT Empire Windrush at Tilbury Docks carrying passengers from the Caribbean; further notes with gratitude that many Windrush passengers had previously served in the UK armed forces during the Second World War; …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th April 2018
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INDEPENDENT REVIEW OF HOME OFFICE IMMIGRATION POLICY AND PRACTICE

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the Home Office's long track record of delay, maladministration and poor quality decision-making while implementing increasingly harsh anti-immigrant policies; deplores the cruel and grossly unfair treatment of Commonwealth citizens legally resident in the UK, including denial of NHS health care, dismissal from employment, arbitrary detention under …
90 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th April 2018
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THE RIGHT HON. LORD MICHAEL MARTIN OF SPRINGBURN AND PORT DUNDAS

Tabled by: Paul Sweeney (Labour (Co-op) - Glasgow North East)
That this House expresses its deep regret and sadness at the death of the right hon. Lord Michael Martin of Springburn and Port Dundas; recognises that Michael had diligently represented the communities in the north-east of Glasgow as a Councillor and hon. Member for over three decades, spanning seven general …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
29th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018

CHARLEMAGNE EUROPEAN YOUTH PRIZE AND THE MODEL EUROPEAN UNION SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Model European Union Scotland 2017 on winning the UK section of the Charlemagne European Youth Prize organised by the European Parliament and the Foundation of the International Charlemagne Prize of Aachen; notes that over 300 projects were submitted across the EU with one chosen to represent …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
28th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018

STRATHBUNGO - A TOP 10 PLACE TO LIVE IN THE UK

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Strathbungo has named as the 7th best place to live in the UK in the Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2018; understands that Strathbungo was chosen for its range of food and drink venues and strong sense of community spirit; believes that events like …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
29th March 2018
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100 YEARS OF THE UNIVERSITY CAFÉ IN GLASGOW

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the University Café, one of the most famous establishments of Glasgow's West End, on reaching its 100th anniversary; notes that the famous Scots-Italian café, and later affiliated chip shop, was founded by ship's carpenter Alfredo Verrecchia in 1918 and has been run by the same family, …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018

58TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CHEAPSIDE STREET FIRE

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that 28 March 2018 marks the 58th anniversary of the Cheapside Street fire; understands that, on 28 March 1960, a fire broke out at a whisky warehouse in Cheapside Street in Anderston, which caused the rupturing of several rum and whisky casks, resulting in a major …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
28th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018

HMRC OFFICE CLOSURES IN THE SOUTH OF ENGLAND

Tabled by: Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House is concerned by the proposals of HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to close the vast majority of offices on its estate; notes that this will result in the loss of jobs and services, with damaging impacts on local economies; is further concerned that this would also mean …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
28th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018

CHILD ABUSE IN CHILD MIGRATION PROGRAMMES

Tabled by: Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House welcomes the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse's Child Migration Programmes Report, published in March 2018; notes the report's finding that the policy of child migration practised by successive post-War governments, churches and charities resulted in many children suffering severe physical, sexual and emotional abuse; pays tribute …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018

COMMONWEALTH CITIZENS AND THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN THE UK

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House acknowledges the role of Her Majesty the Queen as Head of the Commonwealth; welcomes the contribution that has been made to the UK by Commonwealth citizens; notes the research carried out by the Migration Observatory estimating that there are up to 50,000 Commonwealth-born persons in the UK …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018

COMMONWEALTH HEADS OF GOVERNMENT MEETING 2018 - FREEDOM OF WORSHIP

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is aware that the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2018 will take place in London from 16 to 20 April 2018; appreciates that the Commonwealth is a diverse community and that CHOGM 2018 is an important opportunity to promote democracy and peace; understands that religion plays …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018

JOINT PARLIAMENTARIANS' INITIATIVE ON THE IRAN NUCLEAR DEAL

Tabled by: Hilary Benn (Labour - Leeds Central)
That this House notes with concern the possibility that the US Administration could move towards abandoning the Iran Nuclear Deal, the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JPCOA); believes that this would undermine what has been achieved in controlling Iran's nuclear programme and damage both the UK's credibility as an international …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018

VULNERABLE ROAD USERS

Tabled by: Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Wood Green)
That this House notes the Government's publication of the Civil Liability Bill; supports the Government's intention to reduce fraudulent and frivolous claims; expresses concern that vulnerable road users (VRUs), including cyclists, pedestrians, horse riders and motorcyclists, will be swept up within the scope of the Bill and the broader personal …
91 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 46
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018

CENTRAL EQUINE DATABASE

Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House is concerned that when the Central Equine Database (CED) is fully launched that there will be no statutory obligation to enforce equine identification nor severe consequences for non-­compliance; notes that the absence of equine identification allows situations of horses living at the absolute baseline of survival to …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018

SHOOTINGS IN SOUTHERN FRANCE

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House conveys its deepest sympathy to the families of those who were killed in the shootings in Southern France; notes and commends the bravery and courage of the police officer, Lt. Col. Arnaud Beltrame, who gave his life to save another; stands in solidarity with France and its …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018

FIREFIGHTERS' MEMORIAL DAY, 4 MAY 2018

Tabled by: Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House joins with firefighters across the UK on Firefighters' Memorial Day, on 4 May 2018, remembering the bravery and sacrifice of the 2,524 colleagues who have lost their life in the line of duty; extends its sympathies, especially on this memorial day, to all the bereaved families of …
131 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 65
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 17
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
22nd March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 26th March 2018

PORTRAYAL OF ADHD AND ITS TREATMENT

Tabled by: Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House notes the documentary, Take Your Pills, which has been distributed by Netflix; expresses its strong concern about what it sees as the programme's unbalanced portrayal of ADHD and its treatment; further notes the recent publication of updated NICE guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of the condition …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
14th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th March 2018

THE INTRODUCTION OF FREE SCHOOL MEALS BY NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House pays tribute to North Lanarkshire Council and its Labour Party leadership for its decision to provide free school meals to children in need 365 days a year; recognises and welcomes that this decision will be the first of its kind across the four nations that make up …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 1
13th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th March 2018

MAID OF THE LOCH TRUST

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates the Loch Lomond Steamship Company on being awarded £950,000 through the Regeneration Capital Grant Fund, which is in addition to the £3.8 million from the Heritage Lottery Fund, to enable the refurbishment of the Maid of the Loch to proceed; notes that this award is from …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th March 2018

PAY FOR CLEANERS AT THE MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with great concern that cleaners employed at the Ministry of Justice in Whitehall by the contractor OCS Group receive the minimum wage of £7.50 per hour, and also suffer from inferior terms and conditions than those of their in-house counterparts regarding occupational leave and sick pay; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

FUNDING FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND WOMEN'S REFUGES

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is shocked at figures that local government spending is facing a funding gap of £5.8 billion by 2020 and that almost £10 million of support has been cut from women’s refuges; is concerned at the detrimental impact this will have on vital local services; notes that almost …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th March 2018

NATIONAL B&B DAY

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes that there are some 25,000 B&Bs and guest houses across the UK, with a combined direct turnover well in excess of £2 billion; stresses the important role that B&Bs play in rural and coastal areas, where they are often the only tourism accommodation and play a …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
13th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

RESIDENCY RIGHTS OF PALESTINIANS IN EAST JERUSALEM

Tabled by: Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House expresses concern that the Israeli Knesset has passed an amendment to the Entry Into Israel Law 1952 which gives the Interior Ministry unrestricted powers to revoke the residency of Palestinian Jerusalemites; condemns any and all violations of international humanitarian law, specifically the forcible transfer and deportation of …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
13th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th March 2018

KIRKMUIRHILL PARISH CHURCH

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Kirkmuirhill Parish Church, Kirkmuirhill on celebrating its 150th year of spreading the word of God; commends the work of the church's first minister, Mr William Thomson, and his subsequent successors in helping to develop the church; praises the dedication of ministers, elders and the congregation who …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

BAN ON THE SALE AND USE OF SHOCK COLLARS FOR DOGS

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House welcomes the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs’ consultation on banning the use of electronic shock collars for training dogs and other domestic pets in England; recognises that legislation on this would ensure England has a similar ban to Scotland and Wales where the devolved Governments …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
12th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

CAROLINE THOMSON LEGACY FUND

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House welcomes a £10,000 donation from the Caring and Sharing Shop Inverness in allowing Connecting Carers to set up the Caroline Thomson Legacy Fund; notes that this fund aims to give carers a better life, through enabling these often unsung heroes to take a short break for a …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th March 2018

TB RESEARCH AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS AND WORLD TB DAY ON 24 MARCH

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House recognises the ongoing research in the global fight against tuberculosis (TB) being undertaken by the Division of Infection and Global Health at the University of St Andrews School of Medicine; notes that poverty, public health infrastructure breakdown and the global HIV pandemic caused a major upsurge in …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
12th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

ACTIONS OF RUSSIA IN THE UK AND RUSSIA TODAY

Tabled by: Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House notes with deep concern the allegations of Russian involvement in assassination attempts on UK soil, the illegal occupation of Crimea and Eastern Ukraine, the human rights record of the Russian Government and especially the treatment of journalists, and the use of Russia Today as a propaganda outlet …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
12th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

BIRCHWOOD HIGHLAND RECOVERY CENTRE 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Scotland's first and only mental health residential recovery centre in Inverness on the recent celebration of its 10th anniversary; notes that the 23-bed facility is owned and operated by local mental health charity Birchwood Highland; commends the hard work of their staff over the past 10 …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
12th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

BRAIN TUMOUR AWARENESS MONTH

Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes that March is Brain Tumour Awareness Month across the UK; congratulates all brain tumours charities and their supporters for their activities to raise awareness of the disease; recognises that brain tumours are the biggest cancer killer of children and adults under 40; congratulates The Brain Tumour …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
12th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

COLOMBIAN CIVIL SOCIETY LEADER KILLINGS

Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff Central)
That this House expresses concern and alarm at the ongoing killing of Colombian civil society leaders; 222 in the 15 months after the signing of the Colombian peace agreement and the murder of 38 former combatants of the FARC during the same period; is concerned about the climate for all …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

WEST COLLEGE SCOTLAND TAKES STAND ALONE PLEDGE

Tabled by: Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates West College Scotland on becoming the first college in the UK to take the Stand Alone Pledge to support estranged students; notes that the Stand Alone charity exists to support the one in five people of all ages across the UK who become estranged from or …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

ANNIVERSARY OF CHEMICAL ATTACK ON HALABJA

Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House, in line with its decision of 28 February 2013 to formally recognise the genocide carried out against the Kurds in Iraq, marks the 30th anniversary of the chemical attack on the town of Halabja and the wider Anfal genocide; notes that up to 200,000 people were murdered …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

ACCESS FOR PHENYLKETONURIA PATIENTS TO TREATMENT, SUPPORT AND INNOVATIVE NEW MEDICINES

Tabled by: Faisal Rashid (Labour - Warrington South)
That this House recognises the need to raise awareness of phenylketonuria (PKU), a rare metabolic disease which inhibits the ability to metabolise phenylalanine within protein; notes that the disease can cause irreversible brain damage or impaired cognitive or neurological function if not correctly treated; is concerned that the only treatment …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
8th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

FRIENDS OF MARYHILL PARK WINDOW WANDERLAND

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House applauds Friends of Maryhill Park for organising activities to promote its forthcoming Window Wanderland, including a Window Wanderland Workshop, to help residents of Maryhill Park prepare for the event on 10 March 2018; commends the group's efforts to prepare for the event, including cleaning the local area …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
8th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

LONG SERVICE RECOGNITION OF STAFF OF THE HOUSE

Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House applauds the outstanding service given by the staff of the House; specifically recognises the dedication over 40 years by Phil Short, Les Stockwell, Mike King and Ron Lucken; notes that all four attended Scott Lidgett School in Drummond Road, Bermondsey in the same year together and began …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
8th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

LOW PAY ON CHANNEL ISLAND FERRY SERVICES

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House welcomes the States of Jersey's vote to set the Jersey Living Wage of £9.75 per hour for public sector employees and sub-contractors from 1 June 2018; supports the development of low-pay policy in the Channel Islands and all Crown Dependencies and British Overseas Territories; notes that in …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
7th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY 2018

Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House notes that Remembrance Sunday 2018 falls on 11 November (Armistice Day), exactly 100 years since the guns fell silent; recognises that there is a prima facie case for a one-off retail closure across the UK on that day to enhance the peace and decorum inherent in Remembrance …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

IN RECOGNITION OF JUDITH DOYLE, PRINCIPAL AND CEO OF GATESHEAD COLLEGE

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House welcomes the announcement in the Queen’s New Year Honours List 2018 of a CBE for the Principal and CEO of Gateshead College, Judith Doyle, in recognition of services to education and skills in the North East; notes that this follows her award as FE Leader of the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
6th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

ELECTRONIC VOTING FOR INDUSTRIAL ACTION BALLOTS

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that electronic voting is now commonplace for elections in a wide variety of elections in civil society bodies, including the internal elections for the Conservative candidate for Mayor of London and in shareholder ballots of multinational companies; rejects the argument that additional trials are necessary in …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
6th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

RECOGNITION OF THE CONTRIBUTION OF ELEANOR RATHBONE TO WOMEN IN POLITICS

Tabled by: Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes the pioneering role of Eleanor Rathbone in the integration of women into the political life of the UK in equal status, which other campaigners had difficulty matching; further notes her strategic role in the development of family allowances, as child benefit was then called, and her …
65 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Conservative: 11
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
27th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018

MARY BARBOUR STATUE

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates everyone involved with the campaign to establish a permanent memorial to the pioneering community activist, Mary Barbour; notes the tireless efforts of the Remember Mary Barbour Association (RMBA), which worked hard to raise over £110,000 for a statue to honour of one of Glasgow's first women …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018

FREE SCHOOL MEALS

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is alarmed about Government proposals to change the eligibility criteria for free school meals from all families who claim universal credit, to introduce an earnings threshold to only those families claiming universal credit who earn under £7,400 through work; notes that because of the way that universal …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
5th March 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018

BIRMINGHAM PUB BOMBINGS 1974 - FUNDING FOR JUDICIAL REVIEW OF THE CORONER

Tabled by: Jess Phillips (Labour - Birmingham, Yardley)
That this House endorses the backing given in 2016 and 2018 by the Coroner to the Birmingham Pub Bombings 1974 to legal aid funding applications by the bereaved families; notes that 10 such families successfully challenged the Coroner's ruling on the scope of the inquest by way of judicial review …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018

SIMEON ANDREWS

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is shocked and saddened by the sudden death of Simeon Andrews, whose advice and assistance has proved invaluable to so many Labour movement comrades and Parliamentary colleagues; pays tribute to his success in creating and co-ordinating several union parliamentary groups and cross-party groups; notes his earlier achievements …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018

EATING DISORDERS AWARENESS WEEK

Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes that Monday 26 February to Sunday 4 March 2018 is Eating Disorders Awareness Week; acknowledges the work done to highlight the condition; is concerned that on average almost three years elapses before help is sought; and commends the objective this year of the Why Wait? question …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018

CLIMATE-RELATED FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES

Tabled by: Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House recognises that the City of London plays a leading role in the global finance industry; welcomes initiatives designed to promote green finance, such as the Green Finance Taskforce; recognises that enabling financial flows through data and disclosure is important in upholding this status and meeting the goals …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018

DISABILITY RIGHTS COMMISSION

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House welcomes the work undertaken by the Disability Rights Commission, an independent body set up by the Government to help secure civil rights for disabled people; recognises disabled people still face difficulties accessing public buildings; encourages smaller firms to seek expert advice on how to meet the needs …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
23rd February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018

POLICE STATION CLOSURES IN COVENTRY

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is deeply concerned about the proposal to close Willenhall, Canley and Foleshill police stations; notes that this will diminish the police presence in Coventry, and will therefore diminish the deterrent against crime; further notes that this is part of a wider plan across the West Midlands that …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018

YOUNG PEOPLE'S RIGHTS AND BREXIT

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Youth Parliament on the launch of its campaign on young people's rights, Right Here, Right Now; notes that the members of the Scottish Youth Parliament consulted with over 5,000 young people before it selected its annual campaign topic; welcomes the publication of its Rights …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
7th September 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018

ENFORCED DISAPPEARANCES

Tabled by: Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is concerned by continued enforced disappearances around the world, used frequently as a strategy to spread fear, and the effects such disappearances have on families, communities and wider society; is further concerned for the tens of thousands of Syrians who remain unaccounted for under President Assad's regime; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
21st February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 23rd February 2018

US POLICY ON ABORTION SERVICES OVERSEAS

Tabled by: Harriet Harman (Labour - Camberwell and Peckham)
That this House notes that a year has passed since the reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule, otherwise known as the Mexico City Policy, by the US Administration; recognises that this expanded policy has started to have a devastating impact on access to reproductive health services in the developing world …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

SUPPORTED HOUSING ASSOCIATIONS

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes the important work of not for profit housing associations such as Midland Heart in providing essential supported housing for vulnerable people; further notes that the provision of vital services at short term supported housing schemes such as the Coventry Foyer is made possible through a funding …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

CHEWING GUM REMOVAL SCHEME

Tabled by: Sandy Martin (Labour - Ipswich)
That this House notes the nuisance and unsightly blight imposed on streets throughout the UK by the careless disposal of chewing gum; further notes the extent of this problem with an estimated 2,000,000 pieces of gum being dropped in public places each day; acknowledges the high cost of removal of …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
20th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

WORKING CONDITIONS OF LONDON UNDERGROUND CLEANERS

Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House is grateful to the 3,000 cleaners who keep the capital's underground network clear of obstructions and in a hygienic condition; is concerned that, despite working in dirty and hazardous conditions, frequently through the night time and other unsocial hours, these hard working and often vulnerable public servants …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

IMPACT OF LINK DECISION TO REDUCE THE ATM INTERCHANGE FEE

Tabled by: Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House celebrates the long-standing availability of free-to-access cash in the UK and the positive impact the availability of cash has on local businesses, high street shops and consumers, especially in rural areas; recognises that the long term sustainability of the existing free-to-access cash network is now under threat, …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
8th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

EDUCATION

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Education (Student Support) (Amendment) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 136), dated 5 February 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 6 February, be annulled
69 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 62
Independent: 5
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
20th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

DEDICATION OF CARRIAGE GATES TO PC KEITH PALMER

Tabled by: Matt Western (Labour - Warwick and Leamington)
That this House believes that the Carriage Gates should be named the Palmer Gates, to commemorate the life and professional service of PC Keith Palmer and to mark his gallantry and ultimate sacrifice in putting his life before those he courageously sought to defend; acknowledges its profound gratitude to PC …
133 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 76
Conservative: 21
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
8th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

BEREAVEMENT DAMAGES CAP

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House recognises the current disparity in bereavement compensation in England and Wales in comparison to Northern Ireland and Scotland; notes that the Fatal Accidents Act 1976 allows payment of only a fixed sum for bereavement damages of £12,980 which can be claimed by only the spouse or civil …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

BRITTLE BONES SOCIETY

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates the Brittle Bone Society on 50 years of hard work supporting and cooperating with healthcare professionals across the UK; further congratulates Margaret Grant MBE from Dundee who was born with the genetic condition of Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) and founded the charity in Dundee in 1968; notes …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

ASW STEELWORKERS' PENSIONS

Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House notes the promise made to the ASW steelworkers to guarantee compensation for pensions that were lost at the time their firm went bust; recognises that in decades of work they paid for 100 per cent of their pensions; further notes that in 2007, those workers agreed to …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

PROFESSIONALISM AND VALUE OF THE BRITISH CIVIL SERVICE

Tabled by: Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House notes that the strength of the UK Civil Service lies in its political impartiality and its responsibility to provide objective advice to Ministers without fear or favour; recognises the contribution civil servants make to the good of the country; further recognises the important role that independent advice …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
7th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

NEW QUAY'S ALL-WEATHER LIFEBOAT

Tabled by: Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion)
That this House commends the staff and volunteers of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) for their life-saving work around the coast and at sea; is disappointed by the decision to downgrade the all-weather lifeboat provision at New Quay; is concerned that this decision is contrary to the RNLl's core …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
7th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

PHYSICAL DISABILITY RUGBY LEAGUE

Tabled by: Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes the UK’s first ever Physical Disability Rugby League match between Warrington Wolves and Leeds Rhinos, which took place at Warrington's Victoria Park Asics Stadium on 4 February 2018; congratulates all those who took part, including The Last Leg's Adam Hills and Alex Brooker who went head …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

HISTORIC TIES BETWEEN SCOTLAND FRANCE AND THE AULD ALLIANCE TROPHY

Tabled by: Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House celebrates the historic and continuing ties between Scotland and France; welcomes the creation of the Auld Alliance Trophy to be awarded annually when Scotland and France meet during the Six Nations; commemorates the memories of the 31 Scottish and 22 French international rugby players killed during the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

EAST COAST MAINLINE

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that Virgin-Stagecoach who operate East Coast mainline railway are in breach of financial covenants and will shortly be unable to continue to provide this service; further notes that this is the third time a private operator has failed to live up to its commitments on this …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
7th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

JIMMY ARMFIELD OBE DL

Tabled by: Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That this House pays tribute, on the day of his funeral at St Peter's Church, Blackpool where he was organist, to Jimmy Armfield OBE DL, a football legend as player for Blackpool FC, a manager, England Captain and a hugely influential football commentator and journalist; commends Mr Armfield as an …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
7th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

CAPITA AND THE PRIVATISATION OF PUBLIC SERVICES

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes with concern the profit warning, mounting debts and massive pension deficit of outsourcing giant Capita, a company in whose hands the Government has left the handling of personal independence payments (PIP) for millions of citizens across the UK; acknowledges the dangerous complications this may cause to …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
6th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

POLICE FUNDING IN THE WEST MIDLANDS AND COVENTRY

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is concerned by figures regarding police officer and staff figures across the West Midlands and Coventry; notes that since 2010 there has been a reduction in the total workforce of 2,000 and a reduction of £145 million in budget; further notes that in 2017-18 West Midlands Police …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

KEEP ME POSTED CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House congratulates Barclays, First Direct, HSBC, M&S Bank, NatWest, the Royal Bank of Scotland, Ulster Bank, Principality Building Society, Progressive Building Society, Scottish Building Society, OVO Energy, Post Office Home Phone, Thames Water, Yorkshire Water, Severn Trent, Welsh Water, Northumbrian Water, Wessex Water, Essex and Suffolk Water, Bristol …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Conservative: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

CARBON CAPTURE UTILISATION AND STORAGE

Tabled by: Ronnie Campbell (Labour - Blyth Valley)
That this House believes in a low carbon economy, but further believes that coal is a crucial bridge to that low carbon economy; believes with commercially deployable carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) and ultra-super critical coal fired power stations, coal can be, and should be, part of that UK …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

PLASTIC WASTE

Tabled by: Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes that according to the UN there will be more plastic in the sea than fish by 2050; further notes that global fossil fuel subsidies amount to $5.3 trillion, more than the combined GDP of UK and France; notes that fossil fuel subsidies reduce the cost of …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
6th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST THE USE OF CHILD SOLDIERS 2018

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House recognises International Day Against the Use of Child Soldiers on 12 February 2018; understands that fewer than 20 countries worldwide still allow their armed forces to recruit young people aged 16; further understands that the UK is the only country in Europe and the only Permanent Member …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
5th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018

HOSPITAL CAR PARKING PROFITS

Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that hospitals make up to £500,000 a day in car parking charges; is disappointed to learn, as published in the Daily Mirror on 28 December 2017, that a very small proportion of that money goes to healthcare spending; further notes the involvement of for-profit contractors in …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
2nd February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th February 2018

FRON GOCH GARDEN CENTRE AND RESTAURANT

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House celebrates the success of Fron Goch Garden Centre and Restaurant in Caemarfon for being awarded the Garden Centre Association award for the Best Garden Centre in the North West 2016-17; applauds the success of the restaurant which has achieved the Garden Centre Association award for the Best …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th February 2018

PALESTINIAN FIREFIGHTERS

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House recognises the outstanding work of the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) in continuing to support Palestinian firefighters from the Occupied Territories of the West Bank; notes that the FBU has recently facilitated the training of firefighters from the municipality of Hebron and will soon welcome firefighters from Ramallah …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
1st February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th February 2018

FUTURE OF THE NATIONAL COLLABORATIVE OUTREACH PROGRAMME

Tabled by: Mary Creagh (Labour - Wakefield)
That this House congratulates the 29 National Collaborative Outreach Programme (NCOP) consortia across the UK who have seen thousands of students from non-traditional backgrounds enter higher education; urges the Government to announce the future funding of NCOP before April 2018; notes that due to the replacement of the Higher Education …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th February 2018

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IN SOUTH LONDON

Tabled by: Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House is concerned about funding for mental health services in South London; notes that insufficient funding in South London has led to increased waiting lists for assessment and therapy, increased waiting times in accident and emergency departments for referral to mental health beds, very high occupancy rates and …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF DAVID NELSON, GLENROTHES

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House sends its condolences following the tragic and untimely passing of David Nelson, known as Davie to his friends, a tireless campaigner for the people of Glenrothes and Auchmuty; notes Davie's courageous campaigns against social injustice from the Poll Tax in the 1980s to the so-called bedroom tax …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 1
1st February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th February 2018

TRADE RELATIONS WITH SUDAN

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned about the Government's promotion of trade links with Sudan as shown by the support for the UK-Sudan Trade and Investment Forum in London on 12 December 2017; notes that Sudan ranks 170th out of 176 countries on Transparency lnternational’s Global Corruption Index; acknowledges that severe …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st February 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

ALDI AND THE REAL LIVING WAGE

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends Aldi for introducing new, higher rates of pay for its employees; notes that employees outwith London will now be paid the real living wage of £8.75 an hour, deeming Aldi the highest paying supermarket in the UK; further notes that Aldi offer paid breaks, pensions and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
31st January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th February 2018

SCOTTISH SCHOOLS' YOUNG WRITER OF THE YEAR, EAST RENFREWSHIRE

Tabled by: Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Emma Kirby of Eastwood High School in Newton Mearns on winning an award at this year's Scottish Schools' Young Writer of the Year competition; notes that the competition was organised by the Institute of Contemporary Scotland in association with the Young Programme charity and was open …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
31st January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE RESTORATION OF ESTONIAN, LATVIAN AND LITHUANIAN INDEPENDENCE

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House celebrates the 100th anniversary of the restoration of Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian independence and sends its best wishes to these forward-looking democracies that have strong historical, military and fraternal relationships with the UK; conveys to the three Governments and their peoples every good wish for the celebrations …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF DURHAM UNIVERSITY'S LAW SCHOOL

Tabled by: Roberta Blackman-Woods (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House congratulates Durham University's Law School on its 50th Anniversary; notes the success of the Law School over the last 50 years including reaching its best ever performances in the National Student Survey and QS World Rankings in 2017, the distinguished high achievements of its award-winning scholarship and …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th February 2018

AWARD OF ROYAL VICTORIAN ORDER

Tabled by: Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Guy Clark on being awarded the Royal Victorian Order; notes that for the past 11 years Mr Clark has served as Lord Lieutenant of Renfrewshire; acknowledges that this is one of the highest honours in the UK and that Mr Clark has used the role to …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
25th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

GLASGOW - A TOP 10 PLACE TO GO IN 2018

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Glasgow has made this year's The New York Times Annual Places to Go List, coming in at 10th place out of 52 global destinations; understands that The New York Times praised the range of culinary options on offer, including the wide range of wallet friendly …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

SALE AND USE OF SHOCK COLLARS FOR DOGS

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House believes that dogs should not suffer pain during training as it is ineffective and cruel; considers that there is legitimate and growing public concern about the use of electronic shock collars and other forms of electronic training aids that can cause pain or distress to dogs, while …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 15
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
23rd January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

TACKLING SEX DISCRIMINATION

Tabled by: Neil Coyle (Labour - Bermondsey and Old Southwark)
That this House welcomes the Fawcett Society's review of sex discrimination law in the UK, and its recommendations to make misogyny a hate crime; acknowledges the level of concern in broader society at gender inequality; recognises the insufficient tackling of hate crimes against women; and calls for police authorities to …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

EDINBURGH AIRPORT AUTISM FRIENDLY AWARD

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House warmly welcomes Edinburgh Airport being awarded the Autism Friendly Award for its accessible and supportive environment for passengers with autism; recognises the extra training for staff to help those with additional needs; acknowledges that airports can be extremely daunting places for people with autism; and calls on …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

DRAKIES PRIMARY SCHOOL, INVERNESS

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the outstanding teachers at Drakies Primary School, Inverness in its efforts to empower and celebrate diversity and difference with its pupils through singing This Is Me from the recent film The Greatest Showman; notes that internationally renowned actor Hugh Jackman recognised their efforts, describing them as …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

COURT CLOSURES ACROSS THE UK

Tabled by: Mary Glindon (Labour - North Tyneside)
That this House is deeply concerned by the Government's proposal to close nine further courts across the UK, displacing over 130 members of staff; notes that these proposals come at a time when staff morale has been damaged by previous closures, job cuts, pay restraint and privatisation threats; believes that …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

INVERNESS TO AMSTERDAM AIR LINK

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House welcomes the addition of a bigger aircraft on the Inverness air link with Amsterdam due to its surging popularity; notes the increase in frequency of flights during peak months to two daily flights; recognises this as a clear indication of the growing attraction of the area for …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

LEONARD CHESHIRE DISABILITY

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Leonard Cheshire Disability on becoming the first charity in Scotland to achieve the coveted Investors in People Platinum Award; understands that the charity also achieved Gold Standard in the Investors in Young People Good Practice Award and the Investors in Health and Wellbeing Good Practice Award; …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
18th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

HOME START ABERDEEN

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House congratulates Home Start Aberdeen on reaching its 30th anniversary; notes that it provides 27,500 hours of support for 230 families and 360 children in Aberdeen each year; recognises Home Start has grown from 15 volunteers into one of the UK's largest initiatives in recent years, with over …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
16th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

FUTURE OF HARTLEPOOL UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB

Tabled by: Mike Hill (Labour - Hartlepool)
That this House acknowledges the important role Hartlepool United Football Club has played in the community of Hartlepool; congratulates the supporters of Hartlepool United Football Club for their efforts to respond to the financial crisis of the Club; further congratulates the Club which is now in its 110th year on …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

GLASGOW EAST BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUPS

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Gemma Hamilton, Heather Bailey, Luisa Crawford, Beth Bradnum, Sarah Borland, Amanda Bryce, Anne Rushent, Lesley Rankin, Gemma Smith, Stacey Steele and Hazel Bryson on successfully completing the Breastfeeding Network training programme; praises the organisation and the people involved for promoting the health and nutritional benefits of …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

BLUE BADGE HOSPITAL CAR PARKING CHARGES

Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that Government guidance published in August 2014 on Hospital Car Parking recommended that concessions, including free or reduced charges or caps, should be available for disabled people; further notes that blue badge holders drive to hospital as public transport use may be more difficult; is disappointed …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
15th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

PORTRUSH ROWING CHAMPIONS

Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House congratulates the four-man rowing team known as Home to Portrush, Northern Ireland for breaking the world record in rowing the 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean; further acknowledges the gruelling nature such a challenge presents in what is regarded as the world's toughest row; and commends the …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
15th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

PROSTITUTION-SPECIFIC CRIMINAL RECORDS

Tabled by: Naz Shah (Labour - Bradford West)
That this House notes recent public and parliamentary scrutiny of the effect of criminal records on people, particularly on women, whose offences derive from having been prostituted; agrees that many of those involved in prostitution did not freely choose prostitution but felt coerced by their circumstances; acknowledges that offences relating …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

RATES OF PAY AT MCDONALD'S

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House warmly congratulates the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union on successfully pressuring the management of the fast food giant McDonald's to award staff in company-owned stores the largest pay increase in 10 years; notes that this pay award followed last year's historic industrial action, the first since …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AT WARBURTONS

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House welcomes the agreement on pay, terms and conditions between Warbutons and employee members of the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union; notes that the deal involves a substantial increase in the basic hourly rate for most workers, more stable shift patterns to allow workers greater ability to …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th February 2018

NEW YEAR'S HONOURS FOR EAST RENFREWSHIRE RESIDENTS

Tabled by: Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Shyamal Kanti Sengupta and Summera Naheed Shaheen on their MBEs in the New Year's Honours; notes that Giffnock's Sengupta was awarded his MBE for services to interfaith relations in Renfrewshire and Shaheen from Newton Mearns for her services to business and the community in Glasgow; believes …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
14th December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018

DISABLED WORKERS AND PRODUCTIVITY

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House warmly welcomes the Government's commitment, set out in the new employment strategy for disabled people, Improving Lives: the Future of Work, Health and Disability, to see one million more disabled people in work over the next 10 years; shares the Government's belief that the world of work …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
23rd January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th January 2018

CARILLION AND SMALL BUSINESS PAYMENTS

Tabled by: James Frith (Labour - Bury North)
That this House believes that small businesses must not be punished for the misdeeds of a failed large company; notes that the collapse of Carillion highlights the payment abuse suffered by sub-contractors engaged in the delivery of public contracts for a Prime contractor; further notes that 30-day payment regulations for …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th January 2018

CHILDCARE VOUCHERS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that childcare vouchers are a widely-used benefit that are popular with parents and employers alike, with more than 60,000 businesses of all sizes offering vouchers to more than 750,000 parents; further notes that, with childcare costs having risen faster than incomes in recent years, a large …
126 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 63
Scottish National Party: 34
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
23rd January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd January 2018

CHANNEL 4 RELOCATION

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House welcomes the news that Channel 4 may relocate outside of London; acknowledges that this could provide a £88 million a year boost in spending on shows made outside of London and could create economic benefits of £580 million and 7,490 jobs across the country for the city …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd January 2018

AGENCY WORKERS AND THE SWEDISH DEROGATION

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House notes that thousands of agency workers in the UK are being employed on Pay between assignment contracts, denying them equal treatment with permanent staff under the Swedish derogation to the Agency Workers Regulations; further notes that this has allowed a hugely profitable company like BT to bring …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 45
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
10th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018

RECOGNITION IN NORTHERN IRELAND OF SAME SEX MARRIAGES PERFORMED IN ENGLAND, SCOTLAND AND WALES

Tabled by: Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that under the terms of the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013, provisions are made for the marriages of same sex couples performed in England, Scotland and Wales to be treated as civil partnerships, and thus the spouses to be treated and referred to as civil …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
6th December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018

DETENTION OF JAGTAR SINGH JOHAL IN INDIA

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes the concerns of Sikh communities across the UK regarding the circumstances of the detention of Jagtar Singh Johal on 4 November 2017 in India; believes that there should be no place for the use of torture or mistreatment anywhere in the world; is concerned about reports …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 27
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th January 2018
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 9th January 2018

CARRIE GRACIE AND PAY EQUALITY AT THE BBC

Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff Central)
That this House believes that the resignation of Carrie Gracie, the former China Editor of the BBC, highlights the anger and frustration of many women journalists at the BBC that a swifter resolution has not been reached to the scourge of unequal pay at our public service broadcaster; notes that …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
19th December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 8th January 2018

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
21st December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st December 2017

CENTENARY OF THE EDUCATION (SCOTLAND) ACT 1918

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises that 2018 marks the centenary of the 1918 Education (Scotland) Act, which established in law the principle of state funding for Catholic schools in Scotland; notes the range of celebrations planned by the Scottish Catholic education community to mark the ongoing collaboration between Church and State; …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 21st December 2017

BOXING DAY TRAIN SERVICES

Tabled by: John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House expresses its deep disappointment that once again during this Christmas season the railways will undergo a 58-hour shutdown with no services whatsoever being provided on the overwhelming majority of lines; notes that this is in stark contrast to the situation that prevails in the rest of Europe …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
19th December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th December 2017

MEXICO'S SECURITY REFORM LAW - LEY DE SEGURIDAD

Tabled by: Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool, Walton)
That this House expresses deep concerns about the so-called Security Reform Law - Ley de Seguridad, approved by the Mexican Senate on Friday 15 December 2017; notes the concerns of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Justice Mexico Now, Amnesty and other human rights organisations that this law is …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

BLUE BELT CHARTER

Tabled by: Angela Smith (Liberal Democrat - Penistone and Stocksbridge)
That this House congratulates Sir David Attenborough and the BBC on the spectacular Blue Planet 2 series; notes that, with the fifth largest marine estate in the world, the UK and its Overseas Territories are custodian to the largest coral atoll on earth, globally significant populations of albatross, whales and …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 61
Scottish National Party: 16
Liberal Democrat: 12
Conservative: 6
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
4th December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

CDN COLLEGE AWARDS 2017, WEST COLLEGE SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates West College Scotland on winning the Innovative College Award and the Health Promoting College Award at the prestigious CDN College Awards 2017; acknowledges that the CDN College Awards recognise the talents, skills and achievements of colleges, their staff and learners, and that they showcase the impact …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

MODEL UNITED NATIONS IN WEST FIFE

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House congratulates the UN Association Scotland on the success of the first ever Model United Nation (MUN) conference for primary schools in Scotland; applauds the effort and enthusiasm shown by the pupils who took part from Cairneyhill, Culross, McLean, Pittencrief and Townhill primary schools; thanks Lord Bruce, who …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

RBS CLOSURES IN NORTH AYRSHIRE

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House condemns the decision of the Royal Bank of Scotland to close its branches in Kilbirnie, Saltcoats and Kilwinning; recognises that this follows the closure of the Royal Bank of Scotland branch in West Kilbride, and the closure of bank branches across North Ayrshire and Arran by Clydesdale …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

ENERGY COSTS

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House notes the variations in costs of energy bills between different regions and nations of the UK, some as large as £139; notes that the network companies responsible for those variations make £6.6 billion in profits, and with profit margins of up to 40 per cent; believes that …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th December 2017

SECOND ANNIVERSARY OF STORM DESMOND

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises that the flooding caused by Storm Desmond in December 2015 was the most extreme on record in the UK; stands in solidarity with the thousands of people who had their homes and businesses damaged by the storm and who are still struggling two years on from …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

AIR POLLUTION

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that 5 December 2017 is the 65th anniversary of the lethal Great Smog of London, which brought the city to a standstill for four days and during which at least 4,000 people lost their life; further notes that by 5 December 2017 an estimate suggests that …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
1st December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

LOCAL BANK BRANCH CLOSURES

Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House condemns the decision of the majority state-owned RBS Group to close 259 branches, covering its RBS and NatWest brands; notes that those closures bring the total number of local bank branch closures to over 1,000 since 2015; further notes that such closures are expected to result in …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

DUNCANRIG SECONDARY SCHOOL EAST KILBRIDE

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises that pupils from East Kilbride's Duncanrig Secondary School returned to Uganda in partnership with the Luwero community project, headed by Pastor Gabriel Kijjambu; notes that 2017 marks the 13th year of Duncanrig's association with Luwero; further notes that the group of 16 sixth years and four …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
1st December 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL, BLAYDON

Tabled by: Liz Twist (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House congratulates St Thomas More School, Blaydon on celebrating 50 years of high quality education to young people; commends the dedication of staff members, governors, parents and pupils who have contributed to its success over half a century; further commends everyone who has contributed to the year-long anniversary …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
30th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

SCOTTISH LEARNING DISABILITY AWARDS 2018

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the Scottish Commission for Learning Disability, which is organising the Scottish Learning Disability Awards; recognises that this award ceremony offers the opportunity to acknowledge the rarely heard achievements of people with learning disabilities and those who support them; encourages hon. Members to consider nominating someone for …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

CRICKET AND TELEVISION

Tabled by: John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House wishes BT Sport well in the broadcast of the Ashes series, but regrets the fact that no free-to-air highlights have been offered to a broadcaster reaching 95 per cent of the population; hopes that BT Sport will not hoard highlights rights for its own website and app …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
28th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

GENEROUS GIFT TO GLASGOW UNIVERSITY

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the generosity of Joan Muir for gifting a rare collection of the complete works of Robert Burns in braille to the University of Glasgow; commends Bill Nolan, the Irvine Burns Club Secretary, for his part in the decision to offer the collection in perpetuity to the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

EAST KILBRIDE'S LOAVES AND FISHES FOODBANK

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates East Kilbride's Loaves and Fishes on receiving a £10,000 National Lottery Awards for All Scotland grant from the Big Lottery Fund; understands that this organisation hosts a sit-down meal for 40 people twice a week, as well as providing essentials for those most in need; notes …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
28th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

MERCHANT CHIPPIE AT THE SCOTTISH ITALIAN AWARDS

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Merchant Chippie in Glasgow has been named as one of two runners-up in the Best Fish and Chips category at the Scottish Italian awards; understands that this award follows the Merchant Chippie being named as one of the UK's Top 50 Best Fish and …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

50th ANNIVERSARY OF ST FRANCIS PRIMARY SCHOOL

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that St Francis Primary School in the Gorbals celebrated its 50th anniversary on 14 November 2017; understands that the school was opened on 14 November 1967 by the then Glasgow Corporation; believes that St Francis Primary School has made a substantial contribution to educating youngsters in …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL - UNICEF OUTRIGHT CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House congratulates Notre Dame High School, Inverclyde, on participating in the 2017 UNICEF Outright Campaign, which focuses on children's rights and specifically child refugees; notes pupils have been working through activities and worksheets, as well as watching video clips, to broaden their knowledge and understanding of child refugees …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

JORDANHILL SCHOOL, GLASGOW

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates the staff and students of Jordanhill School on their recognition in the Sunday Times Schools Guide 2018; recognises that the school was ranked as the top state secondary school in Scotland; notes that 79 per cent of students gained five or more Highers graded A to …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th December 2017

MOBILE COVERAGE IN RURAL AREAS

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House condemns the poor mobile coverage that many people currently suffer from in rural areas of the UK; notes that this issue is of ever-increasing importance as many local businesses require mobile phone coverage for their customers to pay by card; and calls for legislation to be implemented …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

BRITISH AMERICAN FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the British American Football Association (BAFA) on receiving the prestigious School Games NGB of the Year award for 2017; notes that BAFA entered the School Games in September 2016 and was selected by a Youth Sport Trust panel of school sport experts to be nominated for …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
23rd November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

RETIREMENT OF THE REVEREND DAVID COOPER

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House recognises the contribution that the Reverend David Cooper has made to the lives of people across the UK through his ordained Ministry, starting in 1978 and working in both England and Scotland; further recognises Reverend Cooper's Ministry in Shetland where, through his warmth and compassion, he has …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

EU PROTOCOL ON ANIMAL SENTIENCE

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the Written Statement of 23 November 2017 by the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs that the Government's policies on animal protection are driven by a recognition that animals are sentient beings; notes that Article 13 of the Lisbon Treaty imposes a substantial …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

ZACK KERR'S CHANGING PLACES TOILETS CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House believes that there is inadequate provision of toilet facilities at motorway service stations for over 250,000 disabled people in the UK who wish to use such facilities; notes the campaign and petition led by Zack Kerr to encourage the introduction of Changing Places Toilets in every motorway …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 14
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

GIFFNOCK NORTH ATHLETICS CLUB

Tabled by: Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Giffnock North Athletics Club on winning three team golds at 2017's Scottish Short Course and Cross Country Relay Championships; notes that the junior boys team of Reuben Macdonald, Ethan Carolan and Hamish Armitt defeated over 80 other teams on a 3x2.4 kilometre course; also congratulates the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
30th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

SAFETY IN CUSTODY STATISTICS OCTOBER 2017

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House is concerned by the recently published Safety in Custody statistics which indicate a continuing rise in incidents of self-harm, assaults and violence across the prison estate in England and Wales; notes that self-harm incidents reached a record high in June 2017 with 41,103 recorded, up 12 per …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
9th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

POLICE OFFICER AND STAFFING NUMBERS

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House is concerned by the recently released Home Office figures regarding police officer and staff figures across England and Wales; notes that since 2010 there has been a reduction in the total workforce of 45,830 from 240,243 in 2010 to 194,418 in March 2017; further notes that since …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th July 2017
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FELTHAM YOUNG OFFENDERS INSTITUTION AND YOUTH JUSTICE

Tabled by: Seema Malhotra (Labour (Co-op) - Feltham and Heston)
That this House notes the recent report by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons of the unannounced inspection of Feltham Young Offenders Institution; further notes the High Court ruling that a 16-year old prisoner was unlawfully denied access to education and the ability to mix with other inmates; notes that Feltham …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
4th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017

MENTAL HEALTH IN PRISONS

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House welcomes the NAO report, Mental Health in Prisons, published on 29 June 2017; notes that 37 per cent of the average month's prison population are reported to have mental health or well-being illness and that 7917 prison inmates were recorded by NHS England as having received treatment …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
1st December 2017
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CLOSURE OF RBS AND NATWEST BANK BRANCHES

Tabled by: Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House regrets the latest round of proposed RBS and NatWest branch closures across the UK; believes that such closures are damaging to local RBS and NatWest customers, businesses, community groups and the entire local community; and further believes that the public are entitled to expect better from a …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
29th November 2017
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PRIVATISATION OF JOB CENTRE CALL CENTRES

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that the Department for Work and Pensions has announced its intention to outsource more core work to the private company, Capita; further notes that the Department for Work and Pensions already outsources jobseeker's allowance new claims calls to Capita; is concerned that there are plans to …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th November 2017
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UPSKIRTING LEGISLATION

Tabled by: Laura Pidcock (Labour - North West Durham)
That this House notes that there is no specific offence of taking upskirt photos; further notes that existing criminal offences are often not sufficient to bring prosecutions for upskirting; welcomes the fact that the public petition brought by campaigner Gina Martin on the issue has attracted more than 70,000 signatures; …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2017
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COMMENCEMENT AND ENFORCEMENT OF THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC DUTY - s1 OF THE EQUALITY ACT

Tabled by: Harriet Harman (Labour - Camberwell and Peckham)
That this House notes with great concern the high levels of income and particularly wealth inequality in our society; further notes the recommendation in the 2016 Concluding Observations of the UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights to bring into force the outstanding provisions of the Equality Act 2010; …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 48
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th November 2017
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ZIMBABWE'S FUTURE

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House welcomes the end of Robert Mugabe's tenure as President of Zimbabwe; recognises the desperate situation many Zimbabweans find themselves in following a decade, and more, of bad government, a blatant disregard for democracy and the rule of law, and very serious policy failures; cautiously welcomes President Mnangagwa …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
27th November 2017
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SCOTTISH LABOUR LEADERSHIP

Tabled by: Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House congratulates the Member of the Scottish Parliament for Central Scotland, Richard Leonard MSP, on his election as Leader of the Scottish Labour Party; welcomes his commitment to reaching out to all people across Scotland irrespective of background or politics; recognises the message of togetherness and solidarity that …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
20th November 2017
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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
3rd July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 27th November 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
23rd November 2017
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THE MISSING PERSONS OF CYPRUS

Tabled by: Bambos Charalambous (Independent - Enfield, Southgate)
That this House welcomes the visit of the Committee on Missing Persons in Cyprus to London in September 2017 to obtain information on potential burial sites of missing persons, to inform politicians, and members of Missing Persons committees in the diaspora and others on their work and to seek information …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2017
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PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO IRAQ'S PERSONAL STATUS LAW

Tabled by: Jo Swinson (Liberal Democrat - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes with deep concern the proposed amendment to the Personal Status Law currently being debated in the Iraqi Parliament that could lower the legal marriage age to nine; believes that passage of this amendment would be a backwards step for Iraqi women and girls; is alarmed at …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2017
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10TH FIFE, FIRST CUPAR SCOUTS RIBBON OF POPPIES PROJECT

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the 10th Fife, First Cupar Scouts on its part in the Ribbon of Poppies project; understands that the First Cupar Scouts has a long history in Fife, dating back to 1909; recognises that this project marks the centenary of the end of the First World War …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 20th November 2017

WOMEN'S AND MEN'S 2017 RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP

Tabled by: Marie Rimmer (Labour - St Helens South and Whiston)
That this House congratulates the England men's rugby league team on reaching the knockout stages of the 2017 Rugby League World Cup; notes that despite some good performances from the others, England are the only home nation remaining in the men's competition; further notes that England women's team are the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th November 2017
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NATIONAL ROAD SAFETY WEEK 2017

Tabled by: Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House notes that five people are killed and 66 are seriously injured on British roads every day; further notes an analysis by Brake, the road safety charity, which shows that one in five trauma hospital patients are involved in road collisions; believes that there can be no acceptable …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
15th November 2017
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REFORM OF BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT PAYMENT

Tabled by: Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House notes with concern the reduction in financial support given to widowed parents with dependent children through the new Bereavement Support Payment (BSP); believes that the duration of 18 months of payments is too short to provide families with the financial support they need; recognises that the limited …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th November 2017
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CHILDREN'S GRIEF AWARENESS WEEK

Tabled by: Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House welcomes the campaign around Children's Grief Awareness Week from 16 to 22 November 2017, especially the concern that too many bereaved children suffer from a deep sense of loneliness; notes the finding that one in 29 children and young people in our schools have been bereaved of …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th November 2017
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INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE IMPRISONED WRITER

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 15 November 2017 marks the Day of the Imprisoned Writer; welcomes the day as an opportunity to recognise the vital role of press freedom to ensure transparency, accountability and the rule of law and to empower people and communities; is concerned by the results of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 20th November 2017

NEWSQUEST - THE HERALD AND EVENING TIMES NEWSPAPERS

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is alarmed by recent actions by Newsquest, owner of The Herald and Evening Times newspapers; is concerned by the approach to five senior members of staff offering redundancy packages; notes that in the last few weeks, the Editors of The Herald and Evening Times were told they …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th November 2017
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NORTHERN IRELAND FOOTBALL TEAM

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Northern Ireland football team on their sterling efforts; reaffirms that the spirit of the Ulstermen remains undaunted; and wishes them well in their continued push for greater success on the world footballing stage.
14 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 10
Labour: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
14th November 2017
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2017 MÒD LOCHABER

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House celebrates the accomplishments of the Royal National Mòd 2017 and congratulates the organisers, An Comunn Gaidhealachd, on the success of the 2017 Mòd Lochaber; recognises that this year was the 125th anniversary of the very first Mòd which was held in Oban; acknowledges the record entry of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th November 2017
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SUPPORTING YOUNG CARERS TO STUDY

Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House recognises the important and selfless work carers and young carers undertake in looking after and supporting their loved ones; appreciates the enormous contribution carers make to society; acknowledges that the cost to the public purse of providing social care would be considerably higher were it not for …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
13th November 2017
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EAST RENFREWSHIRE SUCCESS AT GLASGOW BUSINESS AWARDS

Tabled by: Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates East Renfrewshire firms A.C. White and Co and Big Green Feet for their success at this year's Glasgow Business Awards; notes that A.C White and Co, a building firm in Barrhead, won the Excellence in Customer Servic:e award, the fourth Glasgow Business award the company has …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
13th November 2017
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WORLD DIABETES DAY 2017

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House supports World Diabetes Day on 4 November 2017 when millions of people around the world come together to raise awareness of diabetes; congratulates the International Diabetes Federation for running this annual campaign; and commends those who have helped make the blue light challenge a success where monuments …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
7th November 2017
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PAPAL VISIT TO BURMA AND BANGLADESH

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the forthcoming visits by Pope Francis to Burma and Bangladesh; recognises the important contribution that the Catholic Church, as well as other religious organisations and communities, make in both countries by promoting interfaith relations, human rights and environmental protections, supporting peace-building and development, assisting displaced people, …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th November 2017
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DUNDEE 2023 EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE BID

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House notes that Dundee's bid proposal to become European Capital of Culture 2023 has been officially submitted; further notes that the bid document includes 110 new projects across the city which capture the true spirit of Scotland as a whole, and showcases the very best of Dundee and …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
7th November 2017
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ELECTION OF SRDJA POPOVIC AS LORD RECTOR OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates Srdja Popovic on his election by students of the University of St Andrews as that institution's 53rd Lord Rector; notes that Srdja Popovic is a founding member of the Centre for Applied Non-Violent Action and Strategies and founded the Serbian student protest movement Otpor! which participated …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th November 2017
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HILLCREST HOUSING ASSOCIATION'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates 50 years of Hillcrest Housing in Dundee; notes that from just a handful of tenement flats on Dundee's Blackness Road, Hillcrest Housing Association has grown to become one of Scotland's largest providers of affordable housing with a portfolio of over 6,000 houses, with over 2,500 of …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
7th November 2017
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I AM ME SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates I Am Me Scotland on winning Disability Charity of the Year Scotland at the Charity Champion Awards, with this success coming hot on the heels of other recognition at the Diversity Awards and at the Renfrewshire Employability Award ceremony; notes that this Renfrewshire-based group works with …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th November 2017
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SHOOTING AT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, SUTHERLAND SPRING, TEXAS

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House offers most sincere sympathy to the families of those killed at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Spring, Texas; further offers any support and help that can possibly be given to its allies and brothers and sisters; and continues to raise them in its prayers asking God for …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
7th November 2017
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FLYING OFFICER HUGH P BUCHANAN

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

Tabled by: John McNally (Scottish National Party - Falkirk)
That this House congratulates Fraser Johnson on winning the TSB Pride of Britain Community Partner Award; recognises this outstanding achievement to deliver invigorating trishaw cycle rides for people over 85-years old in the Falkirk area and beyond to help stimulate the minds and memories of many who live in care …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
6th November 2017
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BREAST FEEDING IN SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House welcomes the increase in Scottish women breast feeding, delivering many benefits to both mother and child; notes that breast feeding is a personal choice for mothers; and encourages steps and initiatives taken to promote environments where women feel comfortable to breast feed, if they choose to do …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
6th November 2017
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CRISIS GRANTS IN SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes with regret that the number of crisis grants applied for in Scotland has increased by 11 per cent and that 14 per cent of applications were made due to delays in benefit payment; further notes that most applications were made to purchase food or pay for …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 1
3rd November 2017
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TRANSPORT FOR WEST MIDLANDS BUS STOP CLOSURES

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House deplores the decision by Transport for West Midlands to remove over 50 bus stops from 1 October 2017, many of which are in Birmingham, Hall Green constituency; notes that Transport for West Midlands' own equality risk assessment identified that the closure of these bus stops would have …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
15th November 2017
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HUMAN RIGHTS IN TURKEY

Tabled by: David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That this House is extremely concerned about the ongoing crackdown on civil society and essential freedoms, specifically on human rights defenders, in Turkey, including the recent arrests of Amnesty International Turkey Chair, Taner Kilic, and Amnesty International Turkey Director, ldil Eser, along with nine other human rights defenders, also known …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
30th October 2017
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LIFTING THE BAN ON UK FLIGHTS TO SHARM EL SHEIKH

Tabled by: Jonathan Lord (Conservative - Woking)
That this House welcomes the successful implementation of the UK-Egyptian joint action plan and substantial investment in upgrading security at Sharm El Sheikh airport using UK expertise in transport and security services; understands that Sharm El Sheikh airport is now considered by Department for Transport officials as one of the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 1
14th November 2017
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MARRIAGE EQUALITY IN AUSTRALIA

Tabled by: Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House welcomes the result of the Australian marriage equality survey which had a resounding result for the yes campaign with 61.6 per cent in favour; notes that the turnout for the survey was 79.5 per cent, higher than that of the 2017 general election or EU referendum turnout; …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
31st October 2017
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ROLE OF IRAN'S ISLAMIC REVOLUTIONARY GUARD CORPS

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

Tabled by: Marie Rimmer (Labour - St Helens South and Whiston)
That this House recognises the success of Thatto Heath Crusaders ARLFC on being awarded the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service; notes that the St Helens based Community Amateur Sports Club has this season excelled in Rugby League becoming double open age champions in the highest competitions their teams can play …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th November 2017
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CEASEFIRE IN YEMEN

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is deeply concerned at the recent escalation of tensions between Yemen and Saudi Arabia; notes with deep concern the missile fired from Houthi-controlled areas at Riyadh Airport on 4 November 2017 and the subsequent closing of Yemen's borders by the Saudi Arabian Coalition on 6 November 2017; …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2017
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COMING HOME CENTRE

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House commends the Coming Home Centre in Glasgow for its work in assisting veterans in their transition from military to civilian life; recognises that this organisation provides countless resources to veterans, including emergency food parcels, bikes, furniture and practical advice; further recognises that the organisation provides nearly 1,000 …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 6th November 2017

RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE SAFETY, STANDARDS AND SKILLS

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House believes there can be no compromise to safety in the maintenance and renewal of the railways; recognises concerns raised by the Rail Industry Association and RMT union over the current threat to Network Rail's supply chain and skills base caused by the deferral of £3.7 billion of …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st November 2017
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DECLINE OF NORTHERN ROCKHOPPER PENGUIN IN TRISTAN DA CUNHA

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House congratulates Mrs Iris Green, the Post Mistress of the world's most remote inhabited island and her colleagues from the UK Overseas Territory of Tristan da Cunha for their unstinting work to make the world aware of the danger to its unique wildlife and their habitats with the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 6th November 2017

RESEARCH INTO EXOGENOUS CAUSES OF BREAST CANCER

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes ongoing research into the impact of environmental pollutants, such as endocrine, or hormone, distrupting chemicals on humans; further notes that greater understanding of how these pollutants interact with other substances in the environment and within our bodies is needed to help us identify and take steps …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
24th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 6th November 2017

CIVIL NUCLEAR POLICE

Tabled by: Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes with concern the Government's decision to omit Civil Nuclear Constabulary officers from the entitlement to retire at 60 held by Home Office police forces and Police Scotland; further notes that the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, as the sponsoring agency of the Civil Nuclear …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 6th November 2017

CATARACTS IN ADULTS

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that the draft NICE cataracts in adults (management) guideline recommends that blue-light filtering intraocular lenses should no longer be used in cataract surgery on the NHS; further notes that this type of lens is currently utilised by 100,000 people in England and Wales and demonstrates significant …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 5
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
23rd October 2017
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THE BLACK SWAN

Tabled by: Kevin Hollinrake (Conservative - Thirsk and Malton)
That this House congratulates The Black Swan at Oldstead, North Yorkshire, on being named the best restaurant in the world; notes that the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award it received was determined by a global poll involving millions of travellers; recognises that the restaurant's commitment to sourcing produce locally and reflecting …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Monday 6th November 2017

BETH EAGLESHAM

Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes with sadness the passing of Beth Eaglesham on 7 October 2017 in Strathcarron Hospice; further notes that Beth served the people of Bo'ness on Falkirk District Council, and later Falkirk Council, for almost 30 years as a local councillor, retiring in 2007; observes that Beth has …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2017
Hugh Gaffney 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
2nd November 2017
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CHRIS BARTTER - TRADE UNIONIST AND FOI CAMPAIGNER

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the life and work of Chris Bartter, trade unionist, librarian and freedom of information campaigner; further recognises his many achievements as a steward in Glasgow Libraries, as a Service and Conditions Officer, Chair of NALGO's Publicity Committee, lay Scottish District Secretary, and then full-time Communications officer …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
1st November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017

IMPACT OF TWO CHILD RESTRICTION ON FAMILIES

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the damaging effects that the two-child restriction on universal credit and child tax credits is having, and will continue to have, on families across the UK; notes that the impact will be particularly acute in Northern Ireland where, according to Office for National Statistics data, the …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017

PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH 2017

Tabled by: Nic Dakin (Labour - Scunthorpe)
That this House notes that November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month across the UK and that 16 November 2017 is designated World Pancreatic Cancer Day; congratulates all pancreatic cancer charities and their supporters on their activities to raise awareness of the disease during November, including the joint Purple Lights initiative, …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 13
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st November 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017

ENDANGERED SPECIES

Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the number of endangered species across the globe identified by the World Wildlife Fund and others; and hopes that greater awareness and support can be built upon to ensure that action is taken to prevent the eradication of numbers of animal species in the 21st century.
17 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st November 2017
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DEATH OF FATS DOMINO

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the passing of rock and roll legend Fats Domino at the age of 89; further notes the inspiration he has been to musicians and music lovers alike for decades and the tremendous foundation he laid for rhythm and blues in main stream music; and extends sincere …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
1st November 2017
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END IMPUNITY FOR CRIMES AGAINST JOURNALISTS

Tabled by: Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House welcomes the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) campaign to end impunity for crimes against journalists; commemorates the UN international day to end impunity for crimes against journalists on Thursday 2 November 2017; notes that the UN day of action was adopted in 2013 to mark the anniversary …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
31st October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017

HEARING LOSS AND DEMENTIA

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House acknowledges that hearing loss is the largest potentially modifiable risk factor for dementia, as confirmed in the recent report of the Lancet Commission on dementia prevention, intervention and care, which found that mid-life hearing loss is responsible for nine per cent of the risk of dementia; recognises …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
31st October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017

WOMEN IN SYRIA

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, 11,427 of the 331,765 documented casualties of the Syrian conflict are women, recognises that, according to the World Health Organisation, 57 per cent of Syria's public hospitals have been damaged while 37 per cent are no longer …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
31st October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017

BLUE BADGE SCHEME AND NON-PHYSICAL DISABILITIES

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes with concern that Blue Badge applications are regularly refused for people with mental health conditions, including those who suffer from severe agoraphobia and panic attacks, even in cases where this causes severe difficulty in walking; further notes that non-physical disabilities can be profoundly debilitating and traumatic, …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
30th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017

CONGRATULATIONS TO F1 WORLD CHAMPION LEWIS HAMILTON

Tabled by: Jeffrey M Donaldson (Democratic Unionist Party - Lagan Valley)
That this House congratulates Lewis Hamilton on becoming the most successful British F1 racing driver of all time with his fourth World Championship victory and 62 Grand Prix wins to his name; acknowledges that Lewis is a great ambassador for British sport and for F1 racing across the world; and …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
30th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017

VALUE FOR MONEY AND SWANSEA BAY TIDAL LAGOON

Tabled by: Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House calls on the Government to announce in the forthcoming Budget to proceed with Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon as a pathfinder project, as recommended in the Hendry Review, as it represents value for money; refers the Government to the fact that the proposed financing structure was developed in …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
30th October 2017
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MOTHERWELL FC BETFRED CUP FINALISTS

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates Motherwell Football Club on successfully defeating Rangers 2-0 in the Betfred Cup semi-final at Hampden Park on 22 October 2017; wishes all associated with the club good luck ahead of the Betfred Cup final with Celtic in November 2017; acknowledges that this successful cup run, and …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 1
30th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017

SCOTTISH MEMORIAL TO WAR POETS

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes that during and after the First World War, Edinburgh was host to a number of the War Poets, including Wilfred Owen and Sigfreid Sassoon; recognises the beautiful and harrowing work of Scottish Great War Poets, including Ewart Alan Mackintosh, Joseph Lee, Charles Hamilton Sorely and John …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
30th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017

SCOTLAND'S NATIONAL PLAN FOR BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the Scottish Government's national plan for British Sign Language (BSL), the first of its kind anywhere in the UK; recognises the plan's ambition to make Scotland the best place in the world for deaf and deafblind BSL users to live, work and visit; notes that among …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
30th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017

QUEEN'S AWARD FOR GLENCAIRN CRYSTAL STUDIO LTD

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the success of Glencairn Crystal Studio Ltd on being awarded the Queen's Award for Enterprise; and notes that the East Kilbride-based company is an award winner in the field of international trade with the awards being formally conferred by a grant of appointment and by presentation …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
25th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 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
25th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017

EXECUTIVE PAY AND INEQUALITY

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that executive pay rises continue to run at levels far above inflation, while ordinary workers have seen their wages stagnate; further notes that the 2017 Conservative manifesto stated that the next Conservative government would bring in legislation to ensure executive pay was subject to …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
31st October 2017
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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
25th October 2017
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50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BELLAHOUSTON SPORTS CENTRE

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the 50th anniversary of the Bellahouston Sports Centre which opened in 1967 as the Bellahouston Leisure Centre, the first dedicated community sports facility of its kind in Scotland; and congratulates all the hard-working staff and enthusiastic community sports groups and individuals who have enjoyed the facilities …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 31st October 2017

INDEFINITE DETENTION

Tabled by: Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Wood Green)
That this House is deeply concerned that the UK detains people indefinitely under immigration rules, is the only country in Europe without a time limit on detention and that people can be detained for months and years on end without knowing when they will be released; notes that in the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
25th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 31st October 2017

BREAST CANCER IN GAZA

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House is deeply concerned about the crisis facing Palestinian women with breast cancer, particularly those living in Gaza; notes that restrictions on freedom of movement imposed by Israel prevent many from reaching essential treatment, such as radiotherapy, elsewhere in the occupied Palestinian territory; expresses deep concern over reports …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 31st October 2017

DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT

Tabled by: Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House notes the findings published by Leonard Cheshire Disability, as part of its Untapped Talent campaign on disability employment, that 60 per cent of young disabled people said they did not receive the right support in order to move towards employment; encourages the Government to do more to …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
24th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 31st October 2017

PAY RISE FOR PUBLIC SECTOR WORKERS

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that public sector employees, whose jobs are essential to the wellbeing of citizens and the economy of the UK and who are often on low wages, have had a real terms pay cut since 2010 and are now up to £3,000 per year worse …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th October 2017
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RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP

Tabled by: Marie Rimmer (Labour - St Helens South and Whiston)
That this House welcomes the forthcoming Rugby League World Cup in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea; looks forward to the men's competition which kicks off on 27 October 2017 and the women's competition which commences on 16 November 2017; wishes all involved with the England, Scotland and Wales …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 20th October 2017

ELECTION OF A LABOUR-LED GOVERNMENT IN NEW ZEALAND

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates the Member of Parliament for Mount Albert and Leader of the New Zealand Labour Party, Jacinda Ardern, on her election as Prime Minister of New Zealand; welcomes the election of a Labour-led Government following recent coalition negotiations after the General Election in September 2017; recognises the …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2017
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GALBRAITH TROPHY

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes Glasgow North and West Bowling Clubs' continued use, since 1955, of the Galbraith Trophy for which they have competed in an annual tournament on a Friday evening at the end of each April over the last 63 years: further notes that this trophy is won by …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
19th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 20th October 2017

GAO ZHISHENG

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House expresses deep concern for the safety and welfare of the prominent Chinese human rights lawyer Gao Zhisheng; notes that Gao has been forcibly disappeared on no less than six occasions and has also been subject to torture and prison; further notes with grave concern that he was …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
18th October 2017
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CHALLENGE POVERTY WEEK

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises Challenge Poverty Week 2017; congratulates the hundreds of organisations taking part in anti poverty work across Scotland; notes that real poverty exists in Scotland today but can be solved by boosting incomes and lowering costs; furthermore acknowledges that as part of this the freeze on benefits …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
18th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

FUNDRAISING EFFORTS OF MELISSA ROBERTSON

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends the outstanding fundraising efforts of 12 year old Melissa Robertson; recognises that she has raised over £12,000 in under two years for MND Scotland in memory of her grandmother who was diagnosed with Motor Neurone disease; notes her continued efforts to raise money for MND Scotland; …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

8TH ANNUAL INVERNESS STREET FESTIVAL

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House celebrates the success of the 8th annual Street Festival in Inverness; commends the work of Inverness BID in organising and jointly funding this hugely successful event; notes the contribution of the Eastgate Shopping Centre in hosting and funding this event; recognises the contribution of the Common Good …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
18th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

GLASGOW SCIENCE CENTRE

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that on 13 October 2017 a Tunnock's teacake nicknamed Terry was launched 121,000 feet to the edge of space; understands that the launch was co-ordinated by Glasgow Science Centre to highlight exciting new developments in the field of space science; appreciates that over 33,000 people watched …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

ROYAL CONSERVATOIRE OF SCOTLAND'S 170TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS) celebrated its 170th anniversary on 13 October 2017; understands that the RCS has trained some of the most celebrated actors and musicians in the world, including Alan Cumming, Sheena Easton, Ian McDiarmid, Robert Carlyle, Jamie Reid, Karen Cargill, Sam …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

DAME LORNA MUIRHEAD

Tabled by: Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House congratulates Dame Lorna Muirhead on her tenure as Lord Lieutenant of Merseyside and wishes her well on her retirement; records its thanks to her on behalf of the people of Merseyside for 12 years of service as Her Majesty's Lord Lieutenant; notes her contribution to the civic …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Crossbench: 1
18th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

SWANSEA'S CITY OF CULTURE 2021 BID

Tabled by: Tonia Antoniazzi (Labour - Gower)
That this House welcomes Swansea's shortlisting to be named UK City of Culture in 2021, reminding the UK of the richness of the Welsh heritage in this creative and cultural city; recognises its diversity, urban and creative, coastal and rural, historic and innovative; further recognises that Swansea has a cosmopolitan …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
18th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

STEP UP FOR SAM

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the outstanding fundraising effort by the Step up for Sam campaign to raise money for Sam Douglas, a three year old born with severe developmental delays; commends the efforts of the 160 runners who took part in both the Baxter's 10K and Loch Ness marathon; notes …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
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WILLOWBROOK HOSPICE

Tabled by: Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House notes the 20th anniversary of Willowbrook Hospice Specialist Palliative Care Unit; recognises its immense contribution to the community in St Helens and to communities elsewhere; thanks Willowbrook Hospice for the care of more than 7,500 patients since 1997; and commends the more than 100 staff, nearly 500 …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

HIGHLAND HEROES AWARD

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends the Scottish Provincial Press for its Highland Heroes Award scheme which aims to recognise those in the Highlands who make a real difference to communities, healthcare, education, safety and wellbeing; recognises that all those nominated are dedicated, hard-working individuals; congratulates those who have been short-listed for …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

RENFREWSHIRE SPORTS AWARDS

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates all those recognised at the recent Renfrewshire Sports Awards, including Luisa Steel who won the Young Volunteer of the Year award for the voluntary work that she delivers in Barsail Primary School, including helping to deliver school health days and cycling training; notes that this ceremony …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

CHILD MARRIAGE

Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House recognises the great step forward which India has taken in ending child marriage; acknowledges that according to UNICEF in India 47 per cent of women are married before they are 18 years old and 18 per cent by the age of 15, while the age of consent …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th October 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

TRAFFICKING OF GIRLS IN LAOS

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern about the trafficking of young girls in Laos, which is regarded as a centre for the trafficking of young girls; and requests that the Government make representations to the Laos Government to encourage it to take immediate and effective action to prevent the trafficking of …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
17th October 2017
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PRIMARY PREVENTION OF BREAST CANCER

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the rising age-standardised incidence rate of breast cancer in women, which has risen by 24 per cent in the UK between 1993 and 1995 and 2012 and 2014 and continues to rise annually; further notes the fact that around one in four cases of breast cancer …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th October 2017
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JALLIANWALA BAGH MASSACRE OF 1919

Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House recognises the importance of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre of 1919 for its importance as a turning point in the history of the Raj and British Empire in India; notes that the centenary of this event is approaching and that it is appropriate to commemorate it; further recognises …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th October 2017
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60 YEARS OF GLASGOW CHILDREN'S HOLIDAY SCHEME

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the work of the Glasgow children's holiday scheme (GCHS) which has provided tens of thousands of disadvantaged children and family members from Glasgow with holidays since its inception in 1956; notes that each year the GCHS supports almost 500 children from Glasgow, where a third of …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th October 2017
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SAPC GLASGOW - GLASGOW SALTIRE SUMMIT AWARD WINNERS

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates four volunteers of St. Angela's Participation Centre (SAPC) Glasgow on their Glasgow Saltire Summit Award; notes the award is for an outstanding contribution to volunteering in Glasgow; further notes that the four awardees have been volunteering for a period of between 16 to 60 months; notes …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
16th October 2017
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ST. ANGELA'S PARTICIPATION CENTRE COMMUNITY SPORTS HUB

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates the St. Angela's Participation Centre Community Sports Hub based in Darnley, Glasgow on its successful Supporting Community Diversity through Sport event, which was held on 25 August 2017 as part of its EU-funded Erasmus+ project, Enriching Lives and Opening Minds; notes that this project is a …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 1
16th October 2017
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SCOTLAND'S LUMINATE FESTIVAL 2017

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Luminate on staging its sixth national arts festival, taking place across Scotland throughout the month of October; recognises the important role played by Luminate in providing creative opportunities for older people across Scotland to participate in the arts and display the immense contribution our older citizen's …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th October 2017
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20TH ANNIVERSARY OF CITIZEN'S ADVICE AND RIGHTS FIFE

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates Citizen's Advice and Rights Fife as it celebrates the 20th anniversary of the organisation; recognises the huge number of people that it has assisted locally over those 20 years from every walk of life, and the vast array of specialist support and information that it continues …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
12th October 2017
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KIRSTY JARVIS, DIABETES SCOTTISH YOUNG LEADER FOR DIABETES SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House commends the achievement of Kirsty Jarvis on her appointment as Diabetes Scottish Young Leader for Diabetes Scotland, after an extensive application process; further commends the work that Kirsty has already done to raise awareness of diabetes and the support that is available to sufferers; and wishes her …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th October 2017
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50TH ANNIVERSARY OF St MARY'S RC CHURCH, LESLIE

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates the parish community of St Mary's RC Church, Leslie on the occasion of its 50th anniversary; notes that it is continuing a tradition of Christian worship by congregations of various denominations who have used the building since 1879; records its admiration for all those who rallied …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
12th October 2017
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SHETTLESTON COMMUNITY GROWING PROJECT

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House commends Shettleston Community Growing Project in Glasgow's East-end on being named Cultivation Street Community Garden National Winner 2017; notes that the project fought off competition from other community gardens across the UK to be awarded this title; congratulates the project on receiving the top prize of £10,000 …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 1
12th October 2017
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PARKHEAD YOUTH PROJECT

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Parkhead Youth Project on successfully securing a £10 000 National Lottery Award for All Scotland grant from Big Lottery Fund; notes that this grant will fund a continuation of the group's East End Youth Theatre project which works with both primary and secondary school pupils; commends …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 1
12th October 2017
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BANK TRANSFER SCAMS

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House regrets the rising prevalence of bank transfer scams; recognises the devastating effect of banking fraud on hundreds of ordinary people across the country who are often tricked into losing their entire life savings; notes a recent survey carried out by consumer group Which? which found that of …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
12th October 2017
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CHARITY FUNDRAISER JOHN BESTOW

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House commends John Bestow of Baillieston in Glasgow on his outstanding charity fundraising; congratulates John on raising in excess of £30,000 for Marie Curie in only two and a half years; further commends Marie Curie for its excellent work providing care and support for people living with terminal …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 1
12th October 2017
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NORTHERN IRELAND WOMEN'S NETBALL TEAM

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Northern Ireland Women's Netball team on its achievement at the European Championships in Cardiff where it won a silver medal, for only the second time in its history; and wishes members of the team every success for the future.
8 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
12th October 2017
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ROYAL NAVY'S AMPHIBIOUS ASSAULT CAPABILITY

Tabled by: Luke Pollard (Labour (Co-op) - Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport)
That this House notes the recent speculation that the Government is considering scrapping the two Devonport-based Royal Navy amphibious assault ships, HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark; further notes that scrapping these warships would mean removing the Royal Navy's entire world-class amphibious assault capabilities; observes that these defence cuts risks severely …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
12th October 2017
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UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Stephen Kerr (Conservative - Stirling)
That this House congratulates the University of Stirling on its 50th Anniversary; notes the success of the University over the last 50 years including the formation of the Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre, the Iris Murdoch Dementia Centre, the Stirling University Innovation Park and the Sportscotland Institute for Sport; further notes …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
12th October 2017
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INVICTUS GAMES 2017

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the importance of the Invictus Games, the only international sporting event for injured service personnel and veterans; applauds those who competed in the Invictus Games 2017 across 11 sporting events; congratulates all competitors and medal winners from the home nations; and further recognises the ongoing spirit …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2017
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ARCTIC AMBASSADOR

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House urges the Government to appoint an Arctic Ambassador to represent its interests in the polar regions; believes that doing so would ensure greater focus on British-Arctic affairs, allow greater scrutiny and coordination of British-Arctic policy development, provide a central point for initiating trade missions to the region …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2017
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RETIREMENT OF MANAGER OF DUMBARTON AREA COUNCIL ON ALCOHOL

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House thanks Cathie Dennett, the Manager of Dumbarton Area Council on Alcohol (DACA), who is retiring after 25 years of service; notes that DACA is a community-based alcohol service providing advice, information and counselling for people in West Dunbartonshire who are affected by their own or someone else's …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
11th October 2017
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FIFE SOCCER SEVENS

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House congratulates Fife Soccer Sevens, based in Dunfermline, on its 20th anniversary; notes that the group was founded in 1997 to support the development of young football players and coaches, and now has 177 teams affiliated with it and over 1,700 children registered to it; recognises the group's …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2017
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GOOD MONEY WEEK

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House welcomes Good Money Week 2017, which runs from 8 to 14 October 2017 and aims to raise awareness of sustainable, responsible and ethical finance to help people make good money choices; recognises that the UK sustainable investment market represents around £1.5 trillion of assets under management; notes …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2017
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CUTS TO LEGAL AID SINCE 2013

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is deeply concerned by growing evidence, including reports by Amnesty International and the Law Society, that cuts to legal aid since April 2013, under the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 (LASPO), have left thousands of the most disadvantaged in society, including children and …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 51
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th October 2017
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NICE DIABETES CHECK RECOMMENDATION

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House congratulates NICE on recommending that all UK citizens over the age of 40 should receive a diabetes check; notes that more than 500,000 people are thought to be living with undiagnosed diabetes; further notes type 2 diabetes is reversible with the right support; and calls on those …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st June 2017
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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
21st June 2017
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STATE VISIT BY PRESIDENT TRUMP

Tabled by: Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House deplores the recent actions taken by US President Donald Trump, including his comments about the Mayor of London, in the wake of the London Bridge terrorist attack and his decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Change Deal; condemns his previous comments on women, refugees and torture; …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 14
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
16th October 2017
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DENNIS SKINNER: NATURE OF THE BEAST

Tabled by: Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool, Walton)
That this House commends the 2017 documentary film Dennis Skinner: Nature of the Beast written and directed by Liverpudlian Daniel Draper, and produced by Christie Allanson and Daniel Draper; notes the film's honest depiction of Dennis Skinner's lifelong contribution to socialism, trade unionism and Labour Party politics, his decency, his …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
11th October 2017
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JOB LOSSES AT BAE

Tabled by: Emma Hardy (Labour - Kingston upon Hull West and Hessle)
That this House notes the October 2017 announcement of job losses at BAE Systems sites in northern England, such as Brough and Warton; further notes that one reason given for this was the reduction in the level of production of the Hawk aircraft; believes that this will be devastating to …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 3
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
11th October 2017
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REVIEW OF THE ROLL-OUT OF UNIVERSAL CREDIT

Tabled by: Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House is concerned that research from Citizens Advice indicates that over half of claimants of universal credit are in debt, putting huge anxiety and stress onto families; notes that on average universal credit claimants have less than £4 per month to repay creditors and that the system of …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 8
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
11th October 2017
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SCOTTISH WOOD

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House recognises the contribution made to the West Fife economy and environment by Scottish Wood, a timber processing plant based at Inziewar Woods near Oakley in Dunfermline constituency; notes that Scottish Wood suppllies quality home grown timber, including oak, ash, beech, yew, elm and sycamore from environmentally sustainable …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2017
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LIVING WAGE STATUS FOR WEST COLLEGE SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises that West College Scotland has officially been accredited as a Living Wage employer; notes that the living wage is independently calculated each year based on what employees and their families need to live and is currently calculated at £8.45 per hour; further notes that West College …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
11th October 2017
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30TH ANNIVERSARY OF DUMBARTON AND DISTRICT WOMEN'S AID

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that Dumbarton and District Women's Aid celebrated its 30th anniversary of delivering services to women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse; welcomes the announcement from the Scottish Government that the group has been awarded three years of funding from the Equally Safe Violence Against …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th October 2017
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EU SEASONAL WORKERS IN THE UK AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House recognises the critical contribution that seasonal workers from across the EU make to the UK farming industry and fresh produce supply network; demands that the Government unilaterally guarantees the rights and status of EU nationals who comprise a substantial part of the seasonal workforce which enables the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
11th October 2017
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UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW NAMED SCOTTISH UNIVERSITY OF THE YEAR

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the University of Glasgow on being named Scottish University of the Year in the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018; notes that Scottish universities performed strongly overall in the rankings, with four in the top 25 and eight in the top 50 UK-wide; further notes that …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th October 2017
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FDAMH - FALKIRK'S MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION

Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House praises the work of FDAMH, Falkirk's Mental Health Association; notes that FDAMH is an independent mental health charity serving Falkirk and the district; further notes that FDAMH has grown·extensively since its formation in 1981, now serving one in every 70 people over the age of 14 in …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
9th October 2017
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CIVIL SOCIETY IN PAKISTAN

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that the Government of Pakistan has implemented policies severely restricting the operating space for local and international non-governmental organisations (NGOs); further notes that this action will undermine Pakistan's ability to reach its development goals; urges the Government to recognise the essential role NGOs play in countering …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th October 2017
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CHILD SUGAR REDUCTION

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House notes that out of the estimated 31,500 children and young people with diabetes under the age of 19, about 1.9 per cent have type 2 diabetes which is linked to lifestyle choice; and calls on the Government to publish its Childhood Obesity Strategy to help make it …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th October 2017
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ROHINGYA MUSLIMS

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House expresses deep concern at the ongoing widespread horrific violence against the minority Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar, which has resulted in more than 500,000 Rohingya fleeing to Bangladesh since August 2017, making it the world's fastest-developing refugee emergency; notes that survivors in Bangladesh have recounted horrific stories of …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th October 2017
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COLOUR OF POWER STUDY ON BAME REPRESENTATION

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House recognises the excellent work done by the Guardian and Operation Black Vote through their colour of power studies; notes their findings showing that out of the 1,000 most powerful executives in the UK only 36 come from BAME backgrounds; and calls on the Government to support efforts …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th September 2017
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DRUG DEATHS

Tabled by: Mary Glindon (Labour - North Tyneside)
That this House is alarmed at the 3,744 drug-related deaths registered in England and Wales and the 867 registered in Scotland in 2016; notes with dismay that these rates are far higher than those across Europe; further notes that the majority of these deaths involved an opiate, mostly heroin or …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th September 2017
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SCOTTISH CLAN AND FAMILY ENCYCLOPAEDIA

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates St Kilda Holdings Ltd, based in the Maryhill area of Glasgow, for publishing the third edition of The Scottish Clan and Family Encyclopaedia which was written and edited by George Way of Plean and Romilly Squire; notes the third edition is a substantial update by the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th October 2017
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COMMUNICATIONS WORKERS UNION AND ROYAL MAIL

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House commends the campaign waged by employees at Royal Mail for better pay and conditions; notes the fact that Royal Mail should not have been privatised by the Coalition Government in 2013; further commends the hon. Member for Dulwich and West Norwood for calling a Westminster Hall debate …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
11th October 2017
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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
9th October 2017
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AUCHENGEICH COLLIERY DISASTER

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House notes that 18 September 2017 marked the 58th anniversary of the Auchengeich Colliery disaster, in which 47 miners went to work never to return home to their families, leaving 76 children without a father and a community devastated; recognises the fact that the youngest man to die …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
9th October 2017
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EVENTS IN CATALONIA

Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House notes with outrage the recent events in Spain, with hundreds of people being brutally attacked by state authorities, police breaking into polling stations and dragging people out on the floor; demands all the support necessary for any British nationals caught up in the abuse; calls on the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th July 2017
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PARLIAMENTARY SCRUTINY OF TRADE DEALS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned about the lack of parliamentary scrutiny and accountability of trade deals to which the UK is a party; and calls on the Government to ensure the right of Parliament to set a thorough mandate to govern each trade negotiation, with a remit for the devolved …
124 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 66
Scottish National Party: 35
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th September 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th September 2017

COVENTRY'S 2021 CITY OF CULTURE BID

Tabled by: Colleen Fletcher (Labour - Coventry North East)
That this House welcomes Coventry's shortlisting to be named UK City of Culture in 2021; recognises Coventry as a city of welcome and diversity, a city of innovation and invention, a city of peace and reconciliation, a city of extraordinary history, culture and heritage; further recognises the role of cultural …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th September 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

SCOTTISH BLIND GOLF SOCIETY

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Blind Golf Society on receipt of funding from Cash4Clubs which it will use to invest in more golf equipment in order to further expand opportunities for local people to participate in the sport; notes that the Scottish Blind Golf Society, based in Dunfermline, is …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

150 YEARS OF THE THEATRE ROYAL IN GLASGOW

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Theatre Royal in Glasgow will commemorate its 150th anniversary in 2017; understands that the Theatre Royal first opened in 1867 and, in addition to its role as the oldest active theatre in Glasgow, has served as the first television studio for STV and is …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
6th September 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS AT MCDONALD'S RESTAURANT OUTLETS

Tabled by: Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House notes that the global food restaurant chain McDonald’s is a hugely profitable multinational corporation and a major employer in the UK; further notes that currently many of its staff are paid below the rate recommended by the Living Wage Commission as the minimum necessary to enable a …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
6th September 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF MICHAEL COLLIERY DISASTER

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House notes that 9 September 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the Michael Colliery Disaster in East Wemyss, Fife, in which a fire broke out and nine miners were tragically killed; commends the heroism of the rescue teams who helped to save many lives, including a number of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th September 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

COMMONWEALTH LEADERSHIP TO END MODERN SLAVERY

Tabled by: Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House welcomes the opportunity presented by the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 2018 in London, for the Commonwealth to take a leading role in ending modern slavery and achieving SDG 8.7 in Member States; notes, with regret and concern, that the Commonwealth is disproportionately affected by modern slavery; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
5th September 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

SUSTAINABLE THINKING SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House commends Sustainable Thinking Scotland on its pilot project at the Walled Garden within Kinneil Estate, Bo'ness; understands that this is a community interest company set up to help address social, economic and environmental issues within the Falkirk District Area; applauds its use of local woodland waste and …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
5th September 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

POLICE WIDOWS' PENSIONS

Tabled by: Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House recognises the service of any person who makes the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of their country, and leaves behind family members and loved ones; is deeply concerned that the Police Pension Regulations 1987 do not allow police widows or widowers the opportunity to marry or cohabit, without …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
19th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

LOCH LOMOND AND TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that Scotland's first National Park Loch Lomond and Trossachs, head-quartered in Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, is celebrating its 15th birthday; further notes that the national park is 1,865 sq km and has a boundary length of 350 km and that 50 per cent of Scotland's population lives …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
18th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

GENESEE AND WYOMING AND FREIGHTLINER

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House supports members of the RMT union employed by Freightliner Group at the Coatbridge depot who took industrial action, for the first time, on 3 July 2017 in response to the employer's alleged failure to address serial bullying and harassment by a senior member of staff; notes that …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

FIXED ODD BETTING TERMINALS

Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff Central)
That this House welcomes the re-establishment of the Fixed Odds Betting Terminals All-Party Parliamentary Group; acknowledges that there has been widespread proliferation in the number of fixed-odds betting terminals (FOBTs) since the introduction of the Gambling Act 2005; notes that more can and should be done by all stakeholders to …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
11th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

BANK OF ENGLAND STAFF PAY DISPUTE

Tabled by: Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House is appalled by the derisory pay settlement that has been imposed upon staff at the Bank of England; notes that the staff affected are dedicated workers fulfilling a range of functions within the organisation including security and maintenance; expresses concern that this is the second year running …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
10th July 2017
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DONATION OF FOOD BY GLASGOW EAST SHOPPERS

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House commends the warmth and generosity of people in Glasgow East constituency who recently donated over two tonnes of food to Glasgow North East Foodbank; congratulates Susan Wilson, Community Champion at Tesco Parkhead, who organised the foodbank collection; and looks forward to the day when foodbanks are no …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 2
3rd July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

150TH ANNIVERSARY OF CANADA

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canada as a nation and sends its best wishes to a forward thinking country that has strong fraternal relationships with the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; requests that the Government convey to the Canadian Government every good wish for …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
3rd July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

PUBLIC SECTOR PAY

Tabled by: Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House notes the role of the independent pay review bodies in assessing market data and presenting evidence from key stakeholders, including Government, employers and trade unions, as well as carrying out their own enquiries to ascertain the correct level of pay; further notes how Government since 2010 by …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
29th June 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the National Health Service (Mandate Requirements) Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 445), dated 20 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 20 March in the last Session of Parliament, be revoked.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
28th June 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

CITIZENS ADVICE SCOTLAND AND SCAM AWARENESS MONTH

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises Scam Awareness Month, which runs from 1 to 31 July 2017; commends the work of Citizens Advice Scotland for raising the profile of this issue and providing expert guidance to people in learning how to identify and avoid becoming victims of scam activity; understands that it …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th June 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

GLASGOW 44TH SCOUT HALL

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House is deeply concerned by reports that the 44th Glasgow Scout Hall in the Kelvindale area of the city is under threat; recognises that the scout hall on this land was first founded in the 1950s, with a new premises being built by the Scout Association in 1994 …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th June 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

PRESIDENT'S EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR MANUFACTURING BY SCOTTISH ENGINEERING

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates the East Kilbride Branch of EDF Energy for winning the President's Award for Manufacturing Excellence at the Annual Awards of Scottish Engineering; recognises the significance of winning the award and applauds the staff based in East Kilbride; commends EDF's achievement in generating low carbon electricity to …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th June 2017
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SOUTHSIDE FRINGE - BEST SCOTTISH FESTIVAL 2017

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates the Southside Fringe for winning Best Scottish Festival at the Scottish Hospitality Awards 2017; notes that the festival offers quality opportunities for acts, performers and musicians; recognises that it is the biggest community organised event in Glasgow; understands that the first full Southside Fringe was set …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

CONTRIBUTION OF THE CO-OPERATIVE ECONOMY

Tabled by: Gareth Snell (Labour (Co-op) - Stoke-on-Trent Central)
That this House recognises the beneficial role the co-operative sector plays within the wider economy, in 2017 the sector's economic contribution to the UK economy was £36 billion; notes that the co-operative movement ably demonstrates a better way of doing business, where wealth and power are shared, as almost 14 …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd June 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

GREAT GET TOGETHER

Tabled by: Tracy Brabin (Labour (Co-op) - Batley and Spen)
That this House extends its sincere gratitude to everyone who took part in Great Get Together events in Batley and Spen and across the UK over the weekend of 17 and 18 June; notes the importance of remembering that we have more in common than that which divides us; further …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd June 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017

ROLE OF DFID IN PROVIDING BASELOAD ENERGY TO DEVELOPING COUNTRIES

Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House is concerned that an estimated 1.2 billion people worldwide remain without electricity; acknowledges that in many developing countries this compounds the problems of disease, poor education and illegal migration; regrets that the UN target for universal access to energy by 2030 will be missed and that energy …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
21st June 2017
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SOCIAL SECURITY (PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE PAYMENT) (AMENDMENT) REGULATIONS

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the Social Security (Personal Independence Payment) (Amendment) Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 194), dated 22 February 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 23 February in the last Session of Parliament, be revoked.
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Green Party: 1
21st June 2017
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CUSTOMS UNION MEMBERSHIP

Tabled by: Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House notes the benefits of UK membership of the EU Customs Union which removes costly and time-consuming customs processes and red tape for trade with other EU member states, allows the operation of a soft Northern Ireland-Republic of Ireland border that would be in jeopardy were the UK …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
20th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th July 2017

MINEWORKERS PENSION SCHEME

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House believes the Government should enter into open and fair negotiations with the Mineworkers Pension Scheme Trustees; recognises the 50-50 surplus sharing arrangement is grossly disproportionate for the Government guarantee; believes that the scheme should solely operate for the benefit of its members who contributed to the fund …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 54
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
13th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 13th July 2017

ROYAL MAIL

Tabled by: Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes that Royal Mail provides vital public services in the delivery of letters and parcels and the provision of PO Box services; further notes that when it was privatised by the Coalition Government in 2013 concerns were raised about the continued provision of local delivery offices, but …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
12th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 13th July 2017

SCOTTISH WOMEN'S NATIONAL TEAM AT EURO 2017

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates coach Anna Signeul, captain Gemma Fay and the rest of the Scotland Women's National Team for qualifying for the Women's Euro 2017 football tournament; notes that the tournament will be played in the Netherlands starting on 16 July 2017 with Scotland's first match being against England; …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 13th July 2017

SCOTTISH FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE VAT

Tabled by: Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House notes the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) continues to be liable for VAT, which means that it has 20 per cent greater running costs than equivalent services in England and Wales; further notes that this anomaly was apparent when the SFRS was formed; recognises that the …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 13th July 2017

PAISLEY SMA' SHOT DAY

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House celebrates Paisley Sma' Shot Day which was organised on 1 July 2017; recognises that this annual event celebrates Paisley's radical past particularly the political battles between the town's weavers and their employers; notes that these political protests were crucial in the extension of the workers' rights that …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Thursday 13th July 2017

SPANISH CIVIL WAR INTERNATIONAL BRIGADE

Tabled by: Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool, Walton)
That this House recalls the most valiant effort made eighty years ago by the volunteers of the International Brigades at the Battle of Brunete, during the Spanish Civil War, in July 1937; records its gratitude to all those who fought, including over 330 members of the British Battalion, and to …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th July 2017

DWP ESTATE OFFICE CLOSURES

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is deeply concerned at the announcement by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) of the closure of almost one in 10 jobcentres; notes that only six of the original 78 earmarked for closure have been reprieved and two which were not under threat will now close; …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 17
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th July 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th July 2017

COUNCILLOR ALISTAIR WATSON

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the life and work of Councillor Alistair Watson, trade unionist, railwayman, transport campaigner, tireless local champion for the community of Cardonald for 22 years and sends condolences to his family at this sad time; notes that Mr Watson was an exemplary councillor with a clear local …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th July 2017

UN NUCLEAR WEAPONS BAN TREATY

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is very concerned that no state which currently possesses nuclear weapons particpated in the renewed UN discussions on a Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty, which will conclude in July 2017; believes that this is the most significant legislative move for nuclear disarmament for some time; understands that the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 29th June 2017

HMS QUEEN ELIZABETH AND BRITISH SHIPBUILDING

Tabled by: Paul Sweeney (Labour (Co-op) - Glasgow North East)
That this House offers its congratulations to the Aircraft Carrier Alliance on the successful commencement of the sea trials of the Royal Navy's future flagship, HMS Queen Elizabeth; notes that the two Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers, at 65,000 tonnes displacement and 920 feet in length, the largest and most …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th June 2017
Hugh Gaffney signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017

WOMEN AGAINST STATE PENSION INEQUALITY

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House believes it has a moral duty to ensure that there is a fair transition for women born on or after 6 April 1951 regarding their pensions; recognises the need for a non-means tested bridging pension that will secure the financial stability of those affected by the 1995 …
197 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 122
Scottish National Party: 35
Independent: 12
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1