Philippa Whitford's 1,195 Early Day Motions
25th March 2024
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Include Me 2 Club

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Include Me 2 Club on being nominated as Team of the Year at the upcoming National Youth Work Awards 2024; highlights the important work carried out by Include Me 2 Club, supporting individuals with additional support needs, disabilities, and mental health conditions in Glasgow, Renfrewshire, and …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
25th March 2024
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90th anniversary of the Wiener Holocaust Library

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House commends the brilliant work and resources of the Wiener Holocaust Library, located on Russell Square, London; notes the Library is one of the world’s foremost and extensive archives on the Holocaust, Nazi era, and genocide; understands the Library was founded in 1934 by Dr Alfred Wiener, a …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
25th March 2024
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Big East Renfrewshire Spring Lunch 2024

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that the Big East Renfrewshire Spring Lunch took place on 6th March 2024 at the Eglinton Arms Hotel, Eaglesham; recognises the wide range of local groups which took part in the lunch, including self directed support from East Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire Carers’ Centre, East Renfrewshire Disability …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th March 2024
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Held In Our Hearts

Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House recognises the work of Scottish charity Held In Our Hearts in providing baby loss counselling and support to families for over 40 years; acknowledges the trauma caused by baby loss at any stage and the importance of making connections with people able to relate to the overwhelming …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th March 2024
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50th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Kilsyth

Tabled by: Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House extends congratulations to the Rotary Club of Kilsyth on reaching its 50th anniversary; acknowledges and commends the important work carried out by the Rotary Club in the communities of Kilsyth and surrounding villages; expresses gratitude to the club's membership for their continued dedication to the values of …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th March 2024
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No Falls Week 2024

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That the House marks No Falls Week 2024, which takes place between 13 and 17 May 2024; acknowledges that this week is an opportunity to recognise the powerful grassroots campaign dedicated to promoting safe working at height, providing an opportunity for organisations in all sectors to focus on working at …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th March 2024
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Centenary of Glasgow Philharmonic Male Voice Choir

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House commemorates the upcoming centenary of the Glasgow Philharmonic Male Voice Choir (GPMVC) on 9 of June 2025; notes that the GPMVC was formed by the amalgamation of the Partick Male Voice Choir and a number of recruits from elsewhere in the city of Glasgow, who had participated …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th March 2024
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The Big Plastic Count

Tabled by: Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion)
That this House congratulates the thousands of schools, households, community groups and businesses that came together to mark the Big Plastic Count between 11 and 17 March; acknowledges that this annual citizen science investigation provides a unique snapshot of the scale of the UK’s plastic crisis; notes that the study …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th March 2024
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Stage two report of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman on women's state pension age

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House welcomes the findings of the UK Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) which vindicates women born in the 1950s who were severely impacted when their state pension age was raised with little or no notice; notes that the Ombudsman's conclusions that the Government needs to act swiftly …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th March 2024
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Bella the Beithir

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates all those involved in the development and unveiling of Bella the Beithir, believed to be one of the biggest community artworks in Scotland, at the new Stockingfield Bridge on the Forth and Clyde Canal in Glasgow North on Friday 1 March 2024; notes that in Scottish …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th March 2024
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Twenty-one Years of the Maryhill Activity Directory

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates all those involved in the production of the Maryhill Activity Directory, following the launch of its tenth edition during its 21st anniversary year on Friday 22 March 2024 at a special event in the Mackintosh Halls on Shakespeare Street in the Maryhill area of Glasgow; recognises …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th March 2024
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Referral of matters of 21 February 2024 to the Committee of Privileges

Tabled by: William Wragg (Conservative - Hazel Grove)
That this House notes the Speaker’s decision on selection and calling of amendments on 21 February 2024 was not in accordance with the established precedent for Opposition days; and accordingly considers that, notwithstanding the Resolution of this House of 6 February 1978, the matter of whether undue pressure was placed …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Conservative: 14
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
21st March 2024
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One year anniversary of the kidnapping of Elizabeth Tsurkov

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes that today marks the one year anniversary of the kidnapping of Elizabeth Tsurkov, a dual Russian-Israeli national, who is being held hostage in Iraq by the militant group Kata'ib Hezbollah; expresses dismay at her kidnapping and calls for her immediate release; extends solidarity to her family …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th March 2024
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University of Aberdeen course on the impact of female genital mutilation

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House commends the University of Aberdeen for its efforts in training the next generation on the impact of female genital mutilation (FGM); notes that since its free online course on this topic launched in 2022, over 1,000 learners have participated; and welcomes that it continues to expand the …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st March 2024
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St Andrew's Secondary School fundraising

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates pupils at St Andrew’s Secondary School for their tireless efforts in raising over £8000 for charities and causes across Glasgow East; recognises their selfless dedication in assisting St Andrews Hospice in their Ben Nevis Challenge, 6K fun run and participating in a Sleep Out for Shelter …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Workers Party of Britain: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th March 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 22nd March 2024

Neurodiversity Celebration Week

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises Neurodiversity Celebration Week and the significance of fostering inclusive work environments for neurodiverse individuals; acknowledges the barriers faced by neurodivergent individuals in accessing employment opportunities and obtaining assessments for conditions such as autism and ADHD; notes the need to support employers in creating inclusive workplaces by …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
19th March 2024
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St Pauls RC Primary School Glee Choir heat winners

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates St Pauls RC Primary School Glee Choir on their fantastic win of their recent heat at the Scottish Primary School Glee Challenge 2024 held in the Alhambra Theatre in Dunfermline over two nights in March; highlights that St Pauls, of Glenrothes, rocked their way to the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
22nd March 2024
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Parliamentary Contributory Pension Fund and Nestlé

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes that a coalition of Nestlé shareholders, with a combined $1.68 trillion in assets under management, has filed a resolution asking Nestlé to set a target to shift its sales towards healthier products; notes that the majority of Nestlé’s sales, 70% in the UK, are from foods …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Workers Party of Britain: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th March 2024
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Opening of Ukrainian Community Group Centre in South Ayrshire

Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates the Ukrainian Community Group South Ayrshire (UCG), a charity, on the opening of the Ukrainian Community Group Centre, in Ayr, which was officially opened by Mr Yevhen Mankovskyi, vice-consul at the Ukrainian Consulate in Edinburgh, on Friday 15 March 2024; notes the Centre will provide the …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th March 2024
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Government legal advice on Israeli Government actions and international law

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
This House notes the remarks by the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights on 19 March 2024 that the Israeli Government’s restrictions on humanitarian aid for Gaza may amount to the use of starvation as a method of war, which is a war crime; is alarmed at the mounting …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
19th March 2024
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Fife Young Carers 25th anniversary

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates Fife Young Carers on the 25th anniversary of the organisation; commends the work of the 30 staff and numerous volunteers in supporting Fife’s young carers in their caring roles and importantly in providing service users with a range of advice, support and opportunities in order to …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
18th March 2024
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Roger Daltrey’s 24 years of Royal Albert Hall shows for Teenage Cancer Trust

Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House celebrates 24 years of the Teenage Cancer Trust concerts at the Royal Albert Hall which have raised over £32 million, money that has helped fund specialist nurses, hospital units and support services right across the UK; applauds the work of Teenage Cancer Trust’s Honorary Patron and the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
18th March 2024
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World Down Syndrome Day 2024

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates with pride, World Down Syndrome Day 2024, which is a global event that aims to raise awareness, and advocate for the rights of individuals with Down syndrome; marked each year on March 21st, this signifies the triplication of the 21st chromosome that causes Down syndrome; highlights …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
18th March 2024
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Purple Day 2024

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises that Purple Day, the international day for epilepsy, is taking place on Tuesday 26 March 2024; notes epilepsy is the most common neurological condition with an estimated 55,000 people living with the condition in Scotland; applauds the work of Epilepsy Scotland who fight to reduce the …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
18th March 2024
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Volunteer Midlothian's Volunteer Recruitment Fair 2024

Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House applauds the success of Volunteer Midlothian's Volunteer Recruitment Fair which recently attracted more than 120 attendees eager to explore volunteering opportunities; acknowledges the critical role played by Volunteer Midlothian in promoting and supporting volunteering in the region particularly in light of concerning trends indicating a decline in …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th March 2024
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Clydebank Blitz 83rd anniversary

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House commemorates the 83rd anniversary of the Clydebank Blitz, which commenced on 13 March 1941 for two nights; notes that it was proportionally the heaviest aerial bombardment inflicted on any civilian population in the UK during World War II; recognises the official record of deaths caused by the …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
14th March 2024
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St Patrick's Day 2024

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that 17 March each year marks St Patrick's Day; recognises that 17 March is an opportunity to celebrate the diverse cultures and heritage of the island of Ireland, as well as celebrating the contribution that Ireland and its diaspora has made in shaping nations across the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
13th March 2024
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Economic impact of cancer research in the West of Scotland

Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes a report by London Economics which shows the total economic impact on the UK economy associated with the Cancer Research UK (CRUK) Scotland Institute and the University of Glasgow’s School of Cancer Sciences’ activities in 2021-22 was estimated at approximately £503 million; notes that for every …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th March 2024
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Detention of Palestinian human rights lawyer Diala Nader Ibrahim Eideh

Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes that, on 24 January 2024, the Israeli military issued an administrative detention order against Palestinian lawyer Diala Nader Ibrahim Eideh for a period of four months; condemns the degrading and humiliating treatment of Ms Eideh by Israeli soldiers throughout her initial ordeal; expresses grave concern at …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th March 2024
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Palestinians and the Researchers at Risk scheme

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
This House commends the Researchers at Risk scheme instituted by the British Academy in partnership with the Council for At-Risk Academics and with support from the Academy of Medical Sciences, the Royal Academy of Engineering and the Royal Society; notes that the scheme was funded primarily by the Department for …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
13th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th March 2024

Ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House believes that only a two-state solution can deliver the security which both Palestinians and Israelis deserve; further believes that Hamas cannot be allowed to continue in charge of Gaza; condemns the terrorist attacks carried out by Hamas in Israel on 7 October 2023; deplores the violence in …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th March 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2024

Alleged comments by Frank Hester

Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
That this House expresses its shock regarding the alleged comments made by Frank Hester reported by The Guardian about the hon. Member for Hackney North and Stoke Newington and all Black women; believes these alleged comments to be both racist and violent in nature; notes that Mr Hester is a …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
11th March 2024
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Ordination of the Bishop of Galloway

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates the Right Reverend Francis Dougan as Bishop of Galloway on his ordination to the Episcopate in a very moving and joyful ceremony at the Church of Saint Peter-in-Chains, Ardrossan, on 9 March 2024; is aware that Bishop Dougan, originally from Lanark, received his priestly ordination on …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2024
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World Water Day 2024

Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House recognises that 22 March is World Water Day; acknowledges that 2.2 billion people in the world do not have safe water and 3.5 billion people in the world do not have a decent toilet of their own; notes that two-thirds of healthcare facilities in the 46 least …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
11th March 2024
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World Glaucoma Day 2024

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes World Glaucoma Day, celebrated on 12 March with this years theme of Uniting for a Glaucoma-Free World, focusing on bringing communities worldwide to fight together against glaucoma blindness; highlights that over 700,000 people in the UK have glaucoma and around 18,000 of these cases are in …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
11th March 2024
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Glasgow Saints FC 24-hour charity football match

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House extends its heartfelt congratulations to Glasgow Saints FC on their outstanding 24-hour charity football match, having already raised nearly £5,000 for three causes close to their hearts; applauds their remarkable work and achievement in raising significant funds that will be split between the football club, Beatson Cancer …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2024
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World Kidney Day 2024

Tabled by: Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That his House notes that World Kidney Day takes place on Thursday 14 March 2024; recognises that an estimated 7.2 million people in the UK are living with early- and late-stage chronic kidney disease; acknowledges that some patients are being told about their risk or their diagnosis too late, when …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
7th March 2024
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Pre-1997 non-indexed company pensions

Tabled by: Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
This House notes that over 500,000 former employees of 3M and other businesses including American Express, Hewlett-Packard, Chevron and Wood Group face massively-reduced pensions from their pre-1997 contributions, as current legislation only index-links contributions from 1997; further notes that, according to the Bank of England, between 2008 and 2023, former …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
7th March 2024
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ITC Hydraulic Services Limited

Tabled by: Richard Thomson (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House congratulates Oldmeldrum-based ITC Hydraulic Services Limited on being awarded the Family Business Award in the Federation of Small Businesses' Celebrating Small Business Awards 2024; notes that this year marks the twenty-fifth year in business of the firm; recognises the vital contribution made to the North East and …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th March 2024
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100th anniversary of Saltcoats, Ardrossan and Stevenston Branch of the Royal British Legion Scotland

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates the Saltcoats, Ardrossan and Stevenston branch of the Royal British Legion Scotland on its 100th anniversary; understands that the branch was formed at Ardrossan Civic Centre, then called the Castlecraigs, on 10 April 1924; is aware that, at that time, servicemen and ex-servicemen having experienced the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2024
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First anniversary of Clyde Coast and Cumbraes Men’s Shed

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Clyde Coast and Cumbraes Men’s Shed, based in Largs, on its first anniversary; understands that the Shed was opened at Brisbane Centre, Largs on 4 March 2023 by North Ayrshire Provost Anthea Dickson and David Gardner, Chair of the Scottish Men's Shed Association; welcomes that the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
5th March 2024
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120th anniversary of Glasgow Pavilion Theatre

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the 120th anniversary of the opening of the Glasgow Pavilion Theatre on 29 February 1904; recognises that in 120 years of operation the Pavilion has played host to many internationally-recognised artists, including Billy Connolly, Lulu, Charlie Chaplin, the Krankies, Stanley Baxter and more; notes that the …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th March 2024
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Brent Centre Highlands

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Brent Centre Highlands on the recent opening of their clinic in Inverness; recognises that they provide accessible mental health support, through psychotherapy and practical support, to young people aged 14 to 21 in the Scottish Highlands free of charge; pays thanks to all those involved in …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th March 2024
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Leanne Maiden and the World's Toughest Row

Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates Leanne Maiden on conquering the World’s Toughest Row; notes that Leanne set off on her solo voyage across the Atlantic on 13 December 2023 rowing 3,000 miles from La Gomera to Antigua to raise money for the Polar Academy, Women’s Fund for Scotland and the Mabel …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th March 2024
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Laura Young, Scottish Influencer of the Year

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Laura Young, also known as Less Waste Laura, for being crowned the Scottish Influencer of the Year in recognition of her online campaigning on environmental and climate issues; notes that Laura, aged 27 from East Renfrewshire, is currently studying at the University of Dundee for a …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th March 2024
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10th anniversary of Alzheimer Scotland’s Mind That Song in East Dunbartonshire

Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House celebrates the 10th anniversary of Alzheimer Scotland’s ‘Mind that Song’ service in East Dunbartonshire; notes that on Friday 14th March 2014 Bearsden Cross Church hosted its first venture with Alzheimer Scotland called Mind that Song to provide hospitality and an opportunity for a sing song for people …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th March 2024
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Dundee Fairtrade City 20th anniversary

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates the 20th anniversary of Dundee becoming a Fairtrade City; recognises that Dundee and Aberdeen were declared Scotland’s first Fairtrade Cities in March 2004, following their fulfilment of five primary goals; notes that these primary goals were designed to support the promotion of Fairtrade products locally; thanks …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
1st March 2024
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Craig Bainbridge, Volunteer of the Year

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Mr Craig Bainbridge on winning the accolade, Volunteer of the Year by the Scottish Centre for Personal Safety; notes that this volunteer-run, Ardrossan based charity provides personal safety training to vulnerable individuals, organisations and businesses across Scotland; recognises that its empowerment-focussed and trauma-informed approach has helped …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th February 2024
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Withdrawal from the Energy Charter Treaty (No. 2)

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House welcomes the UK’s withdrawal from the Energy Charter Treaty; regrets that the UK has lagged behind nine EU member states including France, Germany, Spain and Italy in withdrawing; recognises the need for a new global framework to incentivise global investment in the renewable energy sector to meet …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th February 2024
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Great Daffodil Appeal 2024

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with pride the Great Daffodil Appeal 2024, which is Marie Curie's Biggest Annual Fundraising Campaign, held every March, when millions of people wear their daffodil badge to show support and awareness for those battling terminal illness; highlights that currently one in four people in the UK …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
27th February 2024
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Rare Disease Day 2024

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes Rare Disease Day, celebrated on 29 February, which raises awareness on rare diseases that are not commonly known, such as Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Cushings Disease, Sickle Cell and Huntingdon Disease; underlines that there are on average 1 in 2,000 people that suffer with rare diseases, which …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
26th February 2024
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50 years of nuclear submarines

Tabled by: Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House notes that 26 February 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of the laying down of HMS Resolution, the first Royal Navy Polaris Ballistic Nuclear Missile Submarine; further notes that HMS Resolution was decommissioned on 22 October 1994 yet remains laid up at Rosyth dockyard with the Ministry of …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th February 2024
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Islamophobia

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House condemns the recent rise in Islamophobic and antisemitic incidents across the UK; regrets that leading charity TellMAMA recorded more than 2,000 anti-Muslim hate cases since Hamas’s terror attacks on 7 October 2023; notes with concern that this represents a 335% increase on the same period last year; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
26th February 2024
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Mikeysline Hive on the Road project

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends Mikeysline for their continued work in suicide prevention and providing mental health support across the Scottish Highlands; notes their most recent project Hive on the Road offers mental health support via a fully equipped mobile unit across the Highlands and Islands; recognises that this mobile unit …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
23rd February 2024
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Closure of the Inter Faith Network

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House deeply regrets the Government’s announcement that it will cut off funding to the Inter Faith Network; further regrets that this decision came despite new Government funding having been promised; notes with concern that islamophobia is rising and antisemitism in the UK is at the highest level on …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st February 2024
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No confidence in the Speaker

Tabled by: William Wragg (Conservative - Hazel Grove)
That this House has no confidence in Mr Speaker.
91 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 44
Scottish National Party: 41
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Workers Party of Britain: 1
21st February 2024
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Use of artificial intelligence in journalism

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House supports the National Union of Journalists' (NUJ) Artificial Intelligence (AI) campaign and its concerns over rapid advancements in AI technologies using journalistic content without consent or permission; recognises the risk of grave harm to journalism and the subsequent undermining of democracy should public trust in journalism erode; …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
20th February 2024
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Second anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House acknowledges that two years after the unprovoked, brutal and illegal Russian invasion of Ukraine, the conflict still rages; notes that hundreds of thousands of soldiers and civilians have been killed and maimed, with vast areas of Ukraine and many of its towns and cities devastated and millions …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
19th February 2024
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Death of Alexei Navalny

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House deeply regrets the death of Alexei Navalny; notes that he was a Russian opposition leader, lawyer, anti-corruption activist and political prisoner; highlights the sad news that his family have been denied access to his body and expresses sincere condolences and sympathies to them at this time; urges …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
19th February 2024
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Alan Bates and the Freedom of the City of Liverpool

Tabled by: Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House supports the call for the Freedom of the City of Liverpool to be bestowed upon Liverpool-born Post Office Horizon campaigner Alan Bates; notes this is the highest civil award in the city and has previously been awarded to those who have left an indelible mark on the …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th December 2023
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Arms to Israel

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House notes with deep concern that UK-made military equipment and technology is being used by Israel, including in its most recent bombardment of the occupied Gaza Strip which has resulted in thousands of deaths and injuries; expresses alarm at reports by the UN Commission of Inquiry on the …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
5th December 2023
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Pay for Royal Fleet Auxiliary Seafarers

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House pays tribute to the commitment and dedication of the 1,700 civilian seafarers, including trainees, at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA); is concerned that nearly fifteen years of pay restraint is having a negative effect on recruitment, retention, training and industrial relations in the RFA; notes that inflation …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
21st February 2024
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75th anniversary of Troon Art Club

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
This House congratulates Troon Art Club on their 75th anniversary and celebrates that the club, founded shortly after the second world war, has gone from strength to strength over the years, working to advance the arts in Ayrshire through their set programme of art demonstrations, professional appraisals, exhibitions and competitions, …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th February 2024
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VAT and the hospitality sector

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House recognises the continuing challenges facing the hospitality sector during the cost of living crisis; notes that the Government implemented a temporary cut of 5% on VAT for hospitality businesses during the pandemic; further notes that VAT is not devolved and can therefore only be set by the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Labour: 1
19th February 2024
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Ardamata and Masalit massacres

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House condemns the horrors currently being inflicted on the Masalit community of West Darfur at the hands of paramilitary groups, the Rapid Support Forces and Janjaweed, in light of reports that these groups massacred between 800 and 1,300 unarmed people on 8 November 2023; considers that an ethnic …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th February 2024
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100th birthday of Holocaust survivor Henry Wuga

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Holocaust survivor, Giffnock resident, Henry Wuga on his 100th birthday; notes that Henry was born in Nuremberg on 23 February 1924 and arrived on the Kindertransport in 1939; understands he was sent to Glasgow, then Perth following the outbreak of war; recognises Henry met his wife, …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th February 2024
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Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund’s 2024 Wee Box Appeal

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House welcomes the launch of Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund’s (SCIAF) 2024 Wee Box Appeal; understands that this year marks the 30th anniversary of the Rwandan genocide which killed an estimated one million people and caused deep trauma which remains to this day; notes that the appeal highlights …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th February 2024
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Points of Light nomination for Kaydi Scottsville

Tabled by: Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House congratulates and celebrates the recent Points of Light nomination for Kaydi Scottsville; applauds Kaydi, who founded her charity called Diversified when she was fourteen after being diagnosed with autism and ADHD and was struggling in school; notes the importance of this incredible charity which hosts a range …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th February 2024
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Cash payments and Avanti West Coast catering services

Tabled by: Cat Smith (Labour - Lancaster and Fleetwood)
That this House notes with concern reports that rail operator Avanti West Coast is proposing to withdraw cash as an accepted payment method for its catering services from March 2024; expresses concern about the impact of this decision on people who rely on, or prefer to use, cash; further notes …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th February 2024
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Committee of the Future

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House supports the establishment of a Committee of the Future to follow in the footsteps of the successful and internationally renowned Committee of the Future in Finland, recognised for its visionary planning, rigorous analysis of challenges ahead, citizen engagement and representation, solution-focused recommendations to innovate and its ability …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
9th February 2024
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Achieving clean air

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that 15 February marks the anniversary of the death of Ella Roberta Adoo-Kissi Debrah who became the first person to have air pollution listed on her death certificate, and extends its deepest sympathies to her family; notes that air pollution is associated with conditions like asthma, …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th February 2024
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UK funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
This House notes the UK’s decision to pause funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA); further notes that UNRWA's services are primarily funded through contributions from UN member states, constituting around 93% of the agency’s funds; is concerned that UNRWA …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th February 2024
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Hospitality and VAT

Tabled by: Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House recognises the immense challenges facing the hospitality sector during the cost of living crisis; notes that the Government implemented a temporary cut of 5% on VAT for hospitality businesses during the pandemic; further notes that VAT is not devolved and can therefore only be set by the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th February 2024
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International Court of Justice Ruling on Gaza and the UK’s duties under the Genocide Convention

Tabled by: Zarah Sultana (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes the ruling of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on 26 January 2024, which found that it is plausible that Israel’s ongoing attacks on the Palestinian people in Gaza are in breach of the Genocide Convention; further notes that the ICJ issued provisional measures, including ordering …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
9th February 2024
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VAT Cut for Hospitality Sector

Tabled by: Paul Girvan (Democratic Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House recognises the immense challenges facing the hospitality sector during the cost of living crisis; notes that the Government implemented a temporary cut of 5% on VAT for hospitality businesses during the pandemic; further notes that VAT is not devolved and can therefore only be set by the …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
9th February 2024
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Murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher

Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House recalls that on 17 April 1984, WPC Yvonne Fletcher, aged 25, was shot in the back and murdered by shots fired from inside the Libyan People’s Bureau while policing a political demonstration; notes that no one has ever been charged in connection with her death, despite there …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th February 2024
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Jagtar Singh Johal

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that Jagtar Singh Johal, a Sikh activist and resident of Dumbarton, will be marking his 37th birthday on 9 February, his sixth in arbitrary detention in India since being abducted from the street during his honeymoon by unidentified assailants who turned out to be undercover police …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
5th February 2024
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Fetcha Chocolates

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Fiona McArthur, owner and creator of Fetcha Chocolates from Campbeltown in Argyll and Bute on being selected to provide dairy-free, vegan chocolates which will be included the 2024 Academy Awards ceremony gift bag; understands that Fiona who started the business from her mum’s kitchen in 2019 …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th February 2024
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The Pioneers display and Peter McLagan

Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House commends the temporary display entitled The Pioneers: The First Asian and Black MPs, which is being transferred to form part of the permanent hang in Admissions Order Office Corridor; reflects on the protracted process of permanently acknowledging our groundbreaking Asian and Black MPs; notes with dismay the …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th February 2024
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Mortgage prisoners

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes the new campaign launched by the UK Mortgage Prisoners Action Group which calls for urgent and sweeping legislative reforms to mortgages to avert further homeowner crises and go some way to righting the current wrongs; understands that there are nearly 200,000 mortgage prisoners who are still …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th February 2024
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Barry John, 1945 to 2024

Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House mourns the sad passing of the great Welsh rugby union outside half Barry John, born and raised in the Gwendraeth Valley village of Cefneithin in Carmarthenshire; notes that Mr John played his club rugby with Llanelli and Cardiff, was capped for Wales for the first time in …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2024
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200th anniversary of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House celebrates the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), formed on 4 March 1824; recognises that as a charity, the RNLI has throughout its history worked in the most challenging situations to protect lives at sea; notes that the RNLI operates 238 …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
1st February 2024
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Scottish curlers gold at Winter Youth Olympics

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Logan Carson, Tia Laurie, Archie Hyslop and Holly Burke on winning gold in the mixed team curling at the 2024 Winter Youth Olympics in Gangneung, South Korea; understands that they came from behind to defeat Denmark 7-5 after an extra end in the gold medal match; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st February 2024
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Ninewells Hospital 50th anniversary

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates the 50th anniversary of the opening of Ninewells Hospital in Dundee; notes that the first patients were admitted on 31 January 1974, with the official opening held later that year in October; thanks the thousands of current and former staff who have worked in the hospital, …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st February 2024
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Fuel poverty and the private rented sector

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House believes it is a national scandal that in 2022-23 almost 5,000 excess winter deaths were caused by people living in cold and damp homes; is deeply concerned that 6.5 million UK households are experiencing fuel poverty following the energy price cap rise in January 2024; urges the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st February 2024
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LGBT History Month 2024

Tabled by: Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow)
That this House recognises and celebrates February as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month 2024; welcomes this month-long celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans history; notes that LGBTQ+ people have a long history of making incredible contributions to the UK; further notes that LGBTQ+ History month is …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
29th January 2024
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High Income Child Benefit Charge

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House expresses deep concern that the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) continues to create unfairness and anomalies such as discriminating against a family with one earner who earns in excess of £50,000 compared with a family whose joint earnings may exceed the £50,000 threshold; remains concerned that …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
26th January 2024
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Health workers in Gaza and the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this House congratulates the more than 250,000 people who have signed a petition to support the nomination of health care workers in Gaza for the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize; believes that health workers in Gaza have sought to save lives in the most difficult of circumstances and mourns the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
26th January 2024
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Armenian Quarter in Jerusalem

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House is deeply alarmed by the attempted take-over of the Cows’ Garden in the Armenian Quarter of occupied Jerusalem by illegal Israeli settler organisations; notes that, despite the cancellation of a lease agreement, Israeli settlers have used violence, threats and bulldozers against the Armenians at this site; recognises …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
26th January 2024
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National Supported Internship Day 2024

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises 27 March 2024 as National Supported Internship Day, which is an initiative founded by charity DFN Project SEARCH to raise awareness and understanding of supported internships; acknowledges that supported internships are for those aged 16-24 and give young adults the opportunity to learn in a workplace …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th January 2024
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70th Anniversary of St Mirin's Primary School

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates St Mirin's Primary School on reaching its 70th anniversary; recognises the dedication and commitment of the school staff, past and present, for their tireless efforts in; acknowledges the pivotal role St Mirin's Primary School has played in fostering a strong sense of community and promoting educational …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th January 2024
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Nicholas Allan and WordSkills UK Medal

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates Nicholas Allan on his silver medal at the WorldSkills UK National Competition this past November in Manchester; recognises Nicholas’ impressive and innovative fire detection and alarm system; wishes Team UK great success at WorldSkills Lyon 2024; further recognises the value of benchmarking UK skills through international …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2024

Miners’ Strike 1984: The Battle For Britain documentary series

Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House applauds the Miners’ Strike 1984: The Battle For Britain documentary series for shining a much needed light on events that irrevocably changed our country; thanks Channel 4 and Swan Films for their continued commitment to hard-hitting factual programmes; commends the miners and their families for taking part …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
25th January 2024
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Children's Mental Health Week 2024

Tabled by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House commemorates Children's Mental Health Week 2024 which runs from 5 to 11 February; notes with concern that one in five children between the ages of seven and sixteen have a probable mental health disorder; acknowledges the negative impacts that poor mental health can have on children's present …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2024

Holocaust Memorial Day 2024

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House marks Holocaust Memorial Day, occurring on 27th January 2024; acknowledges that the date coincides with the 79th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration camp; commemorates every victim of Nazi persecution, including the 6 million Jewish people who were murdered during the Holocaust; remembers …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
23rd January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2024

World Lewy Body Day

Tabled by: Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House notes that Lewy body dementia is the second most common type of neurodegenerative dementia in older people and at least 10 to 15% of all people who live with dementia have Lewy body dementia; acknowledges that The Lewy Body Society is the only charity in the UK, …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
22nd January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2024

Right to Buy (No. 2)

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that around 2 million council homes in England have been sold off to private individuals well below market value since the inception of the Right to Buy in 1980; further notes these homes were built using public money to create an essential collective asset fundamental to …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 1
17th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2024

Classification and regulation of NHS medical associate roles and patient safety

Tabled by: Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House believes that the renaming of NHS medical assistant roles to physician associate and anaesthesia associate is confusing the public by blurring the clear distinction between doctors and other professionals who do not have medical qualifications and training; believes that this misleads the public and notes with regret …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
16th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2024

Deaths of journalists in Gaza

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House expressers its extreme concern at the mounting and unprecedented death toll of journalists in Gaza; notes that the independent Committee to Protect Journalists has recorded the death of 82 journalists in this conflict since October 2023; welcomes the support provided by the National Union of Journalists for …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
16th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2024

Journalists in Gaza

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is profoundly shocked and saddened by the deaths of over 85 journalists and other media workers in Gaza since the Hamas attacks of October 7, with many more critically injured, missing or in detention without trial; believes that journalists in Gaza are the only ones standing between …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
24th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 25th January 2024

Support for families of British Palestinians

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House absolutely condemns the ongoing conflict in Gaza; further condemns the futile and tragic loss of life and the impact on all Palestinians; notes with specific concern the situation of Salim Ghayyada’s 40 immediate family members who have been forced to abandon their homes in Gaza City and …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
21st November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd January 2024

Reinstatement of the Access to Elected Office Fund

Tabled by: Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House notes with regret the underrepresentation of disabled people in Parliament, whilst one in five members of the working-age population identify as disabled, just five MPs disclosed they identify as disabled at the 2019 General Election; believes it is important that disabled people are enabled to contribute to …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
17th January 2024
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Angus gin

Tabled by: Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House congratulates the Gin Bothy on their gin being selected for this year’s Oscars nominee gift bags; commends the growth of this multi-award-winning business trading from Glamis in the heart of Angus and propelled by its founder Kim Cameron’s leadership and vision; welcomes Gin Bothy’s use of locally-sourced …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th January 2024
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Celebration of the birth and legacy of Robert (Rabbie) Burns

Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House notes and celebrates the 265th anniversary of the birth of Robert (Rabbie) Burns, Scotland’s national bard, in Alloway on the 25 January 1759, regarded as a pioneer of the Romantic literacy movement, and after his death became a great source of inspiration to the founders of both …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 18th January 2024

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2024

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes that 22 January marks the start of Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2024, which is an opportunity to highlight the vital importance of HPV vaccines and cervical screening in the prevention of cervical cancer and their potential to thereby contribute to the elimination of cervical cancer; acknowledges …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
11th January 2024
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Proceedings instituted by South Africa against the State of Israel at the International Court of Justice

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House recognises the continuing violence in Gaza which has resulted in over 23,000 deaths; welcomes South Africa’s request for provisional measures by the International Court of Justice to prevent acts of genocide; urges the Government to carefully consider the application as it upholds its duty to prevent genocide …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
12th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 12th January 2024

25th anniversary of Caledonian Credit Union

Tabled by: Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House congratulates Caledonian Credit Union on its 25th anniversary; notes that the Credit Union began as North Livingston Credit Union in 1998 operating out of St Peter’s Church; commends its recent expansion to serve members from as far as Lanarkshire all the way through to the Borders; recognises …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
10th January 2024
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Gaza

Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House believes there should be a weekly vote in the Commons calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, until there is a ceasefire, given the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in Gaza.
5 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Labour: 1
6th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 11th January 2024

Government Property Agency, ISS and outsourced workers

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House is extremely concerned about the Government Property Agency’s handling of the transfer of facilities management services from Mitie to ISS with respect to the implications for workers whose employment has transferred; notes that the pay arrangements for cleaners and caterers are being shifted from a monthly to …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
8th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th January 2024

Pension restitution for women born in the 1950s

Tabled by: Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool, Riverside)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from so many hon. Members from across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have suffered pensions loss through the targeting of their pension rights; pays tribute to constituents and campaigners in their ongoing fight for justice; recalls that …
97 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 30
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
8th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2024

Short-term medical evacuation of children from Gaza

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House welcomes the work of Saving Gaza's Children, an NGO dedicated to supporting the children of Gaza to receive life-saving and time-critical, emergency medical care required as a result of the Israel-Gaza conflict by identifying children in dire need of medical evacuation and securing their evacuation to host …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2024

Government legal advice on Gaza

Tabled by: Jon Trickett (Labour - Hemsworth)
That this House understands that questions have been raised internationally about the legality of the Israeli government’s actions in Gaza; recognises that in November 2023 UN experts raised the alarm about the risk of genocide in Gaza; highlights the UN General Secretary’s reasons for invoking Article 99 that there is …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2024

Scottish Government's industrial strategy

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House recognises the UK's low growth, poor productivity and high debt economy which has been a feature of the UK's economic demise over many decades; now welcomes the recent statement by Scotland's First Minister to establish an industrial strategy to help reverse the most negative impacts of UK …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
8th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2024

Sub-postmasters

Tabled by: Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow)
That this House notes the increased awareness of the life-changing injustices experienced by sub-postmasters throughout the Horizon scandal; further notes it is now known as the most widespread miscarriage of justice in British history; notes with concern that sub-postmasters have served custodial sentences, suffered bankruptcy for offences they did not …
89 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 16
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
8th January 2024
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Scottish Agriculture Awards and Savock Farms

Tabled by: Richard Thomson (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House welcomes the inaugural Scottish Agriculture Awards, where over 450 people celebrated innovation and success in the vital Scottish agricultural sector; recognises the critical role that Scottish agriculture plays in food supply both within Scotland and beyond; notes the large scale of the agricultural sector, especially in the …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th December 2023
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Centenary of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House celebrates the centenary of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society (RCDS); notes that the RSCDS was founded on 26 November 1923 in what is now the Hardrock Cafe, formerly the Atheneum, on Buchanan Street in Glasgow; appreciates that the RSCDS aims to grow a vibrant worldwide community …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
18th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 8th January 2024

The work of people across the Parliamentary Estate

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House recognises the essential contribution of all staff across the Parliamentary Estate, including, but not limited to, cleaners, caterers, chefs, kitchen stewards, baristas, doorkeepers, clerks, library support specialists, tour guides, police and firefighters, as well as those in Parliamentary offices and Departments, such as the Speaker’s office, the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alliance: 1
14th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 8th January 2024

Defence Equipment and Support Beith

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is aware that workers at Defence Equipment and Support (DE and S) at Beith in North Ayrshire, an arm’s length body of the Ministry of Defence, are continuing strike action for improved pay and conditions; notes that this strike action is unprecedented, the first in the history …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
15th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 8th January 2024

VAT on audiobooks

Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House recognises that audio books, now popular and widely available across all genres, from business to academic, from historical to self help, are a lifeline for many people with sight loss, visual impairment, dyslexia or other reading disabilities; agrees that audio books offer unique opportunities for visually-impaired and …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th January 2024
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 22nd December 2023

Compensation for Equitable Life policyholders

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

Palestinian family visa scheme

Tabled by: Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes that at least 18,000 civilians have already been killed by the bombardment and siege of Gaza alongside an escalating death toll in the West Bank; further notes that 60 per cent of buildings in Gaza have been flattened and hospitals and schools bombed, food, water and …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
13th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023

Imprisonment of Jimmy Lai

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with deep concern the forthcoming trial of Mr Jimmy Lai, a British citizen, founder and proprietor of the Apple Daily newspaper, under the National Security Law in Hong Kong; expresses alarm at the prospect that he will not receive a fair trial, and has been denied …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th December 2023
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Kay Latimer

Tabled by: Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House celebrates the life of community activism and dedication to others of Kay Latimer and mourns her passing on 18 November 2023; notes Kay’s life of service as a nurse both in England and in Scotland; recalls her care for terminally ill people through her work with the …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 1
12th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023

Scottish Youth Brass Band Championship silver award winners

Tabled by: Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House congratulates West Lothian Schools Brass Band (WLSBB) on their amazing success at the Scottish Youth Brass Band Championships; notes that the competition involved over 500 talented musicians from across Scotland; understands that 30 youth bands performed at Perth Concert Hall in this competition; highlights the team's terrific …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023

UN Security Council vote on a ceasefire in Gaza

Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
This House notes with concern the Government’s position on the UN Security Council Resolution vote on a ceasefire in Gaza on 8 December 2023; further notes that the resolution was presented by a non-permanent member, the United Arab Emirates, following a letter sent by the UN General Secretary, Antonio Guterres, …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
22nd November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023

Cost of applying for indefinite leave under the bereaved partner concession

Tabled by: Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House supports the Refugee and Migrant Forum of Essex and London’s call for a fee waiver to be introduced for grieving widows applying for indefinite leave to remain under the bereaved partner concession; notes that the death of a loved one brings multiple emotional, practical and financial costs; …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
12th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2023

Rwanda Treaty

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That the Agreement, done at Kigali on 5 December 2023, between the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Government of the Republic of Rwanda for the Provision of an Asylum Partnership Agreement to Strengthen Shared International Commitments on the Protection of Refugees and …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
11th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2023

John Patrick Byrne

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes the sad passing of the incredibly talented artist and writer John Byrne at the age of 83; marks the high regard he is held in the global arts community; acknowledges that Renfrewshire Council awarded him the Freedom of Renfrewshire last year; observes that John grew up …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th December 2023
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Scots Trad Music Awards 2023

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House congratulates all the nominees and winners in the Scots Trad Music Awards; recognises that 2023 marks the 20th year of the awards, having first been established in 2003; notes in particular that the Orkney Folk Festival was named event of the year, while long-time volunteer and committee …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 7th December 2023

Raza Sadiq and the sportscotland Lifetime Contribution Award

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Raza Sadiq, a founder and chairperson of Active Life Club, on his receipt of the sportscotland Lifetime Contribution Award; recognises that the award has been issued after 24 years of dedicated work with Active Life Club, which seeks to provide opportunities for kids, teens and adults …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 7th December 2023

Volunteering by Swifts FC Girls u-12s, 9s and 7s

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House commends Izzy Breach, Robyn Clarkson, Lucy Final, Amy Innes, Erin Lane, Sophia Hanlin, Erin Milne, Ellie Breach, Ava Morris, Olivia Morris and Keira Moffat from Swifts FC, based in Inverkeithing, Fife for volunteering as ball girls at the European Nations League qualifiers for amputee football; notes that …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th December 2023
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10th anniversary of the 2013 Glasgow helicopter crash

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises that 29 November 2023 was the 10 year anniversary of the tragic helicopter crash at the Clutha Bar in Glasgow city centre; recalls that on 29 November 2013, a police helicopter with three crew members on board crashed into the Clutha Bar on Stockwell Street, killing …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
4th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 7th December 2023

Medical support for children in Gaza

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes that the United Nations Children’s Fund has warned that Gaza is the most dangerous place in the world to be a child, following the end of the temporary pause in hostilities between Israel and Hamas on 1 December 2023; mourns the fact that at least 6,150 …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
4th December 2023
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Erin Boothman

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Erin Boothman, a pupil from Williamwood High School, East Renfrewshire, on her recent cycling successes; notes that Erin achieved a fantastic result at the British Youth Track Cycling Championships in 2022, placing 2nd in the under-16 women’s category; further notes that in July 2023 Erin was …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 7th December 2023

40th anniversary of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society

Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House congratulates the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, which has been celebrating its 40th anniversary throughout 2023; notes that the Society was founded in 1983 by a group of friends in Edinburgh, led by Pip Hills, who had previously jointly purchased a cask of single malt Scotch whisky and …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 7th December 2023

75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Tabled by: Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; notes that its adoption in 1948 was a watershed moment reflecting the collective determination of world leaders to prevent a repetition of the horrors inflicted during World War Two and to champion the inherent dignity of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 7th December 2023

70th anniversary of Ayr Hospital Radio

Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House recognises, celebrates and congratulates Ayr Hospital Radio, one of Scotland’s oldest hospital radio stations on their 70th anniversary; notes that Ayr Hospital Radio was initially established in 1953 to provide patients in Ayr Hospital with live commentary of Ayr United Football Club match days; further notes that …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th December 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 4th December 2023

Monkton Milers' santa dash for Ayrshire Parkinson's Group

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates the Monkton Milers on organising their highly successful Santa Dash in Troon to raise funds for the Ayrshire Parkinson's Group; notes that Rachel Cox, Chairperson of the Milers, won the JogScotland Jog Leader of the Year in 2022, and acknowledges the valuable contribution such volunteer-led running …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 1st December 2023

University of Edinburgh and generative artificial intelligence

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House celebrates the successful launch of the Generative Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (GAIL) at the University of Edinburgh on 9 November 2023; acknowledges that the university is a leader in artificial intelligence (AI), as exhibited by its celebration of 60 years of AI research this year; supports that GAIL …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
29th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 1st December 2023

BBC investigative journalism

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House deplores the announcement by the BBC that more than half the jobs on flagship weekday evening programme Newsnight will be lost as part of the latest misguided Digital First savings strategy; regrets that Newsnight will no longer screen investigative reporting and will be truncated to just thirty …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
28th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 1st December 2023

Anniversary of the Bhopal gas leak

Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House remembers 2 and 3 December 1984, when a Union Carbide factory leaked ultra-toxic chemical methyl isocyanate across sixteen square miles of the city of Bhopal, India, exposing 573,000 people to poison gases; deplores the continuing suffering in Bhopal 39 years after the world's worst industrial disaster; recognises …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
27th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 1st December 2023

COP28

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that COP28 in Dubai marks a critical moment in efforts to secure a liveable future; expresses profound alarm that, according to the UN, governments plan to produce double the amount of fossil fuels in 2030 than is consistent with limiting global heating to 1.5 degrees and …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
28th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 29th November 2023

40th anniversary of Spark

Tabled by: Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House celebrates the 40th anniversary of Spark in West Lothian; commends every volunteer and staff member who are dedicated to supporting the Livingston community and preventing social isolation by ensuring that all members of the community feel valued and have the chance to spark their potential; recognises that …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 29th November 2023

Carntyne Primary School win road safety award

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates pupils from Carntyne Primary School for winning Best Props at the School Travel and Road Safety Film Awards Ceremony; recognises the hard work and dedication of the pupils and staff who have highlighted the importance of road safety; acknowledges the time and effort put into raising …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2023

HALO Trust mine clearance record

Tabled by: Fabian Hamilton (Labour - Leeds North East)
That this House pays tribute to the HALO Trust on successfully clearing two million mines since its establishment in 1988; commends the staff, past and present, who have contributed to this remarkable milestone; notes that the HALO Trust is one of just two British mine clearance organisations; notes that the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
27th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 29th November 2023

Community ownership of Lismore Post Office and shop

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Lismore Community Trust and the residents of the island on successfully bringing into community ownership the Lismore Post Office and shop, which were earmarked for closure; notes that, through the purchase of community shares by more than 200 people in the local community, the Trust raised …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2023

Rwanda asylum scheme and the UK's legal obligations

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House celebrates the role the United Kingdom has played in helping to shape the international rules based order, including its contribution to the drafting and early ratification of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) in the aftermath of the horrors of WWII; notes the recent judgment of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
7th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th November 2023

Sixth year of detention of Jagtar Singh Johal

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that Friday 4 November 2023 marked the sixth anniversary of the arbitrary detention in India of Jagtar Singh Johal, a Sikh activist and son of the Rock of Dumbarton held since being abducted from the street during his honeymoon by unidentified assailants who turned out to …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
7th November 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th November 2023

Protecting civilians in Gaza and Israel (No. 2)

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
This House utterly condemns the massacre of Israeli civilians and taking of hostages by Hamas; agrees with the United Nations Secretary-General that these horrific acts do not justify responding with the collective punishment of the Palestinian people; expresses its deep alarm at the Israeli military bombardment and total siege of …
104 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 48
Scottish National Party: 40
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
17th October 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th October 2023

Reopening of Energy Bill Support Scheme Alternative Funding

Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House recognises with great concern the pressure many households are due to face this winter as a result of high energy bills; notes that the Energy Bill Support Scheme Alternative Funding aimed to reached 900,000 households that do not have a direct relationship with their electricity supplier; regrets …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
25th October 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th October 2023

Closure of Serendipi-tea Cafe in Thornton, Fife

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House records its great sorrow at the news that the multi-award winning Serendipi-tea Cafe in Thornton, Fife, is to close on 3 November 2023; notes that, since Fiona and Lloyd Greenaway opened the cafe in 2014, it has regularly featured in local, regional and national award short lists …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
25th October 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th October 2023

30th anniversary of Charis counselling service in Leslie

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That This House congratulates the Charis Foundation, formerly the Fife Christian Counselling Centre, in Leslie on its 30th anniversary; commends the outstanding work they have done in renovating a derelict building on Leslie high street into an award winning centre for the provision of counselling to anyone who needs it, …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
23rd October 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th October 2023

Multiple sclerosis and 10 years of PIP

Tabled by: Charlotte Nichols (Labour - Warrington North)
That this House recognises the devastating impact of the Personal Independence (PIP) assessment process on people living with Multiple Sclerosis over the past decade; acknowledges the MS Society’s new survey of over 3,500 people with MS, which found that 2 in 3 people with MS said going through the PIP …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th October 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 19th October 2023

Launch of SafeKab

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Gavin Johnston and the team at Inverness Taxis on the successful launch of SafeKab, an app designed to improve safety for people using taxis in the Highlands; acknowledges SafeKab's commitment to enhancing passenger safety; and commends the hard work and commitment of all those involved in …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th October 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 19th October 2023

Green Home Systems, Chamber Network Business Awards Planet Saver of the Year

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates Green Home Systems, based in Irvine, on being recognised as the British Chamber of Commerce’s Planet Saver of the Year 2023 at the Chamber Network Business Awards which celebrate the business successes and achievements of their members each year; notes that the?awards, now in their 20th …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
17th October 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th October 2023

Protecting civilians in Gaza and Israel

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
This House utterly condemns the massacre of Israeli civilians and taking of hostages by Hamas; agrees with the United Nations Secretary-General that these horrific acts do not justify responding with the collective punishment of the Palestinian people; expresses its deep alarm at the Israeli military bombardment and total siege of …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Scottish National Party: 38
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
16th October 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th October 2023

25th anniversary of the Multi-Cultural Family Base

Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House congratulates the Multi-Cultural Family Base (MCFB) on reaching its 25th anniversary; notes that the charity, founded in Edinburgh in 1998, provides a range of valued services to children, young people, and their families, most of whom are from black and minority ethnic communities and are often new …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
10th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th October 2023

OSI Renewables and Scotland's energy potential

Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House congratulates OSI Renewables, an engineering business headquartered in West Lothian, that has received four Spotlight on New Technology® awards from the offshore Technology Conference in Houston Texas, which span O&G, Deepsea Minerals and Floating Wind, a Hart Energy award, and Scottish Engineering’s Innovation Excellence Award 2023; commends …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
16th October 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th October 2023

Israel's response to Hamas atrocities and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House unreservedly condemns Hamas and their appalling act of terrorist violence in which more than 1,400 Israeli civilians were murdered and hundreds more taken hostage; supports Israel’s right to find the perpetrators of those atrocities and hold them accountable for their actions;?believes that any Israeli response to those …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
19th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 16th October 2023

Home Affairs Committee Report on Drugs

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House welcomes the Home Affairs Committee's Report on Drugs, published on 31 August 2023, and supports its call for an increased public health response and expanded range of harm reduction approaches; shares the concerns of the Committee, in particular the urgent need for a strategy to combat the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 16th October 2023

Senedd reform

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes the publication of electoral reform legislation by the Welsh Government as part of the Co-operation Agreement with Plaid Cymru on 18 September, 26 years to the day Wales voted Yes for devolution; recognises that these reforms follow the recommendations of a cross-party committee and will ensure …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 16th October 2023

World Arthritis Day 2023

Tabled by: Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House celebrates World Arthritis Day, which is due to take place on 12 October 2023; welcomes its aims to raise awareness of arthritis and educates people about the symptoms, preventive measures and treatment options available; praises the work that researchers, healthcare professionals and campaigners at Versus Arthritis are …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th September 2023

COP28 and human rights

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned that the 28th Conference of Parties (COP28) will be held in the United Arab Emirates amid ongoing repression and human rights violations, and risks being used to greenwash and distract from the UAE’s appalling human rights records; notes the ongoing detention of 60 members of …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
18th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th September 2023

Oban’s Robert MacIntrye and Europe’s 2023 Ryder Cup team

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House sends its warmest congratulations to Oban golfer Robert MacIntyre, who has qualified to represent Europe in the 2023 Ryder Cup against the United States at the Marco Simone Golf and Country Club, Rome, Italy; notes that Robert, who honed his skill at Glencruitten golf club in Oban, …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th September 2023

64th anniversary of the Auchengeich Mining disaster

Tabled by: Steven Bonnar (Scottish National Party - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House acknowledges that Monday 18 September 2023 is the 64th anniversary of the Auchengeich Mining disaster, Scotland's worst mining disaster of the 20th Century; respectfully remembers the 47 men who lost their lives after a fault with equipment caused a fire in the mine; further remembers that 41 …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
14th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th September 2023

COP28

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this house notes that COP28, taking place between 30th Nov and 12th Dec 2023, marks a critical stage in the global effort to secure a liveable future; expresses alarm about escalating climate impacts, current commitments being vastly insufficient and governments planning to produce?more than?double the amount of fossil fuels …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th September 2023

Right to Food Week 2023

Tabled by: Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House recognises that Right to Food Week 2023 takes place between 18 and 23 September 2023; highlights the injustices of hunger; notes that 18% of UK households are experiencing food insecurity and more than half a million children dropped below the poverty line in the last year; acknowledges …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th September 2023

50 years of the Charles Rennie Mackintosh Society

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises that 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the foundation of the Charles Rennie Mackintosh Society; acknowledges the importance of the society over the years in promoting the work, legacy and memory of celebrated Glasgow architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh; notes that the Society was founded in 1973 …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th September 2023

Community News Project and Meta

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House acknowledges the success of the Community News Project (CNP) since 2018, enhancing diversity and representation in regional and local newsrooms across the UK; applauds the CNP's pivotal role in training budding journalists to cover grassroots community issues; expresses concern over Meta's decision to cease funding the CNP …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th September 2023

UK manufactures of Lower Carbon Construction vehicles

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
This House welcomes the Government’s decision to review the lower weight limits being imposed on greener volumetric mobile concrete plants (VCMs) as a first step to reversing regulations that are devastating a great British manufacturer, threatening 15,000 skilled jobs in 137 constituencies, contributing £380 million to the UK economy; further …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
11th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 11th September 2023

Young fundraisers Caitie and Holly McCubbin

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates sisters Caitie (age 8) and Holly (age 7) McCubbin on cycling 100 miles each during their summer holidays to raise funds for two charities which have helped their grandfathers, along with Epic Games which matched their funds; applauds Caitie for raising £904 for the British Heart …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
6th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 7th September 2023

Compensation for nuclear test veterans

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House recognises the contribution of the nuclear test veterans, including the Royal Fleet Auxiliary veterans who were present during the nuclear testing programme from 1952 to 1967; acknowledges the sacrifices made by more than 20,000 British personnel who took part in these atomic tests; notes that nuclear test …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2023

Holm Grown community garden

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House notes the opening of Holm Grown, a community garden in the Holm area of Inverness; recognises that Holm Grown is a community growing initiative led by Holm Community Council, run in partnership with Incredible Edible Inverness; commends the work that has been done over the last two …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2023

Highland and Islands Third Sector Interface Saltire Awards

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates all those who were successful at the recent Highlands and Islands Third Sector Interface Saltire Awards; notes that these awards are a nationally recognised award for volunteering for young people aged 12-25 where they gain certificates signed by Scottish Ministers for the volunteering they have successfully …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2023

The Loch Ness Centre in Drumnadrochit

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates the Loch Ness Centre in Drumnadrochit on their recent reopening on the 90th anniversary of the first Loch Ness Monster sighting; notes that the Centre has undergone a £1.5m transformation; recognises this hour long exhibit that brings the legend of Nessie to life, voiced by Scottish …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2023

Loch Ness 24 Challenge

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates all those who took part in this year’s Loch Ness 24 challenge; notes that this endurance trail requires participants to clock up as many 7km laps of the trail as possible within the 24 hour timeframe; celebrates female winner Rosie Doull for achieving 24 laps, and …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2023

Lily Kelman's success at the World Highland Dancing Championships

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Lily Kelman on her recent success at the Under 18 World Highland Dancing Championships; notes that Lily came runner up as well as being awarded best Scottish Dancer; and wishes Lily ongoing success for her upcoming competitions this year, and beyond.
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2023

Elsie Normington and the Haven Centre

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Elsie Normington and the team at the Elsie Normington Foundation on the recent opening of the Haven Centre in Inverness; recognises that the Haven Centre is a purpose built centre and respite facility for children and adults with complex needs and disabilities with three two-bedroom respite …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
26th April 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2023

Etape Loch Ness

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the Etape Loch Ness took place on Sunday April 23rd; notes that this event attracted thousands of participants and spectators to the Scottish Highlands; further notes the importance of the volunteers who selflessly dedicated their time to contribute to the smooth running of the event; recognises …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2023

Robbie Shepherd

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House recognises the life of Robbie Shepherd following his sad passing; acknowledges his outstanding contribution to broadcasting as host of Take the Floor; celebrates his accomplished literary works on Scottish country dancing and Scottish dance music; recalls his championing of Doric; and conveys condolences to his family and …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th September 2023

Azhaf Ejaz Winner of Scottish Mathematical Challenge 2023

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates Azhaf Ejaz from St Monica's Primary in Pollok on winning a gold medal in 2023’s Mathematical Challenge; further recognizes Azhaf's achievement in winning the coveted Scottish Mathematical Council Mug in the same competition; commends the Scottish Mathematical Council, which has organised the event for pupils since …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Alba Party: 1
19th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th September 2023

The Hope Project Scotland

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House applauds The Hope Project Scotland for its work supporting individuals living with sickle cell disease; acknowledges the contribution that the charity makes towards helping those living with sickle cell disease, as well as other blood disorders, overcome isolation and stigma; congratulates the project on securing a £9,950 …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Alba Party: 1
19th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th September 2023

Possobilities

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House recognises the invaluable service that Possobilities, based in Possilpark, provides to disabled and vulnerable members of the community; welcomes the news that it has received a £5,000 grant from the National Lottery Community Fund to support its operation; praises Possobilities for supporting its community café, an important …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Alba Party: 1
6th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th September 2023

Job sharing

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House welcomes the release of Empower’s Job Sharing: Redefining Work, Doubling Impact report; acknowledges the opportunities job-sharing presents for women by facilitating reductions in workplace inequalities and closes the gender pay gap; highlights the benefits this form of flexible working offers employees and employers, such as increased organisational …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd May 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th September 2023

Cape Holdings and asbestos research

Tabled by: Ian Lavery (Labour - Wansbeck)
That this House notes the court case which resulted in Cape International Holdings, one of the world’s largest asbestos manufacturers, being forced to publish documentation revealing their cover up of the dangers of asbestos, and activity lobbying the Government to water down exposure limits and warnings; is concerned that Cape …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
5th September 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 29th August 2023

Retirement of coxswain Joe Miller from RNLI Troon Lifeboat

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates Joe Millar on his recent retirement from his role as coxswain of the RNLI Lifeboat in Troon, to which he has dedicated 31 years of service, initially as a volunteer, then as a full-time mechanic and, for the last 20 years, as coxswain; gives grateful thanks …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 20th July 2023

The two child limit

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes the publication of recent figures relating to the two child limit of Universal Credit and Working Tax Credits; understands that the two child limit prevents parents from claiming Child Tax Credit or Universal Credit for any third or subsequent child born after April 2017; observes that …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th July 2023

The Cherry Tree pub

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates The Cherry Tree pub, Netherton, Wishaw on raising £6,447 for St Andrew’s Hospice; recognises that the total raised was thanks to contributions from the local community through multiple fundraising events over the year; notes that Management Partner, Helen Paterson, has raised thousands of pounds for charity …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Alba Party: 1
10th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 17th July 2023

Infected Blood scheme second interim compensation payment

Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House recognises that the Government has acted on the recommendations set out in the first interim report of the Infected Blood Inquiry, with interim compensation payments made to individuals infected by infected blood; further recognises that interim compensation payments to bereaved partners and families affected by the infected …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 17th July 2023

Bank closures in Scotland

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that Lloyds Banking Group, which operates the Bank of Scotland, has announced that it plans to close all branches in Aberfoyle, Aviemore, Ballater, Braemar, Crieff, Cumnock, Cupar, Dunbar, Dunkeld, Duns, Eyemouth, Falkland, Fort Augustus, Girvan, Jedburgh, Newcastleton and Ullapool; further notes that, with the exception of …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 13th July 2023

Scottish Government paper on drug reform

Tabled by: Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House notes the publication of the recent paper on drug reform from the Scottish Government entitled A Caring, Compassionate and Human Rights Informed Drug Policy for Scotland as part of the Scottish Government’s public health approach to problematic drug use; further notes that the paper calls on the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
6th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th July 2023

Support for Sporting Heritage

Tabled by: Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House believes that the preservation of sporting heritage is a vitally important strand of cultural work in the public, private and third-sector; also believes that the collection, maintenance and presentation of photographs, documents, records and memorabilia relating to sporting achievements, participants and institutions form a key part of …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 10th July 2023

Palestinians facing persecution

Tabled by: Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough)
That this House recognises that the Palestinian people are under unprecedented attack; notes that the Israeli Government, one of the most right-wing in its history, has launched its biggest military incursion in the West Bank in two decades, is announcing thousands of new illegal settlements on a regular basis, continuing …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th June 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 7th July 2023

Basque peace process and policy on prisoner dispersal

Tabled by: George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House welcomes news of the end of the policy of prisoner dispersal applied to Basque politically motivated prisoners for over 30 years and that the remaining 156 prisoners are now held in jails in the Basque country; agrees that this is a positive step towards a lasting and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
11th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 6th July 2023

Dangerous Dogs Act 1991

Tabled by: Wayne David (Labour - Caerphilly)
This House is concerned at the increasing number of dog attacks and is alarmed that 13 people have been killed as a result of a dog attack since the start of 2022 and more have been seriously injured; notes that the cost to the NHS of dog bites has been …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
6th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 6th July 2023

Community Learning and Development New Scots Team in North Ayrshire

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates the Community Learning and Development New Scots Team in North Ayrshire on being awarded the National Equality and Diversity Award at the prestigious Scottish National Youth Work Awards 2023; commends the team for playing a pivotal role in supporting young refugees in their journey of integration, …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 6th July 2023

Craig Burns and the National Recognising Skills and Achievement Award 2023

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates Mr Craig Burns from North Ayrshire's Modern Apprenticeship Youth Work Programme on being awarded the National Recognising Skills and Achievement Award at the prestigious Scottish National Youth Work Awards 2023; commends Mr Burns for successfully leading the growth of the Modern Apprenticeship Youth Work Programme and …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
26th June 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 27th June 2023

Winnie Ewing

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House commemorates the life of Winnie Ewing; celebrates her immense contribution to Scottish Politics, the SNP and the independence movement; highlights that she was a trailblazer for women in politics and inspired many to get politically active; recognises that Winnie first served in this House as MP for …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
7th June 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2023

Withdrawal from the Energy Charter Treaty

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes the growing number of European countries withdrawing from the Energy Charter Treaty including France, Germany, Spain and Italy; is deeply concerned about the increasing number of legal cases from fossil fuel companies brought against countries introducing climate policy; notes with concern the impact these legal challenges …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 17
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
26th June 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2023

Death of Craig Brown CBE

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes the sad passing of legendary Scotland Men’s Team Manager Craig Brown CBE who passed away at the age of 82; notes the regard he is held in across the football community, particularly the Tartan Army who hold him in the highest esteem; acknowledges that Craig was …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th June 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th June 2023

End Child Poverty Coalition All Kids Count campaign

Tabled by: Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool, Riverside)
That this House notes the publication of the End Child Poverty Coalition’s local child poverty statistics; highlights that the statistics show that 29 per cent of 0 to 19 year-olds were living in poverty in the UK in 2021-22; commends the End Child Poverty Coalition for their campaign All Kids …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
5th June 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th June 2023

Carers Week 2023

Tabled by: Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House supports Carers Week 2023, taking place from 5 to 11 June; notes this year’s theme of recognising and supporting carers in the community; emphasises that millions of unpaid carers provide care worth £445 million each day to their family, friends and neighbours who are disabled, ill or …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 9
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th June 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 19th June 2023

Royal National Lifeboat Institution rescue operations

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House commends the invaluable work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution following reports that the charitable organisation has saved the lives of 108 men, women and children in 2022 making the perilous journey across the English Channel in small boats; further commends the crews mainly working in Dover …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 19th June 2023

Conduct of the Rt hon. Member for Uxbridge and South Ruislip and legal funding

Tabled by: Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House expresses deep concern over the decision to make taxpayers fund the legal bill of the Rt hon. Member for Uxbridge and South Ruislip for advice and assistance on the inquiry by the Committee on Privileges into the allegations that the Rt hon. Member misled the House in …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th June 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 8th June 2023

Menstrual Hygiene Day

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House calls on the Government to acknowledge the global Menstrual Hygiene Day by recognising the reality of period poverty in the UK, which has been exacerbated by the cost-of-living crisis; notes that last year there was an 87 per cent surge in demand for free period products by …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023

Asbestos-related lung cancer

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House is concerned that sufferers of asbestos-related lung cancer are denied full compensation if they are unable to trace all their former employers whose negligence contributed to the disease; recognises that the number of people affected is small, but the impact on their lives and the lives of …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
24th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023

Alcohol labelling in Ireland

Tabled by: Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool, Walton)
That this House congratulates the pioneering efforts of the Irish Government for introducing mandatory health labelling on alcoholic drinks to alert consumers to calorie content, grams of alcohol, risks of cancer and liver disease and dangers of drinking while pregnant; recognises that standardised health labelling enable consumers to make informed …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
24th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023

Contribution of international students

Tabled by: Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House condemns proposals by the Government to further restrict visas for overseas students and their dependents from coming to the UK for study and research; notes with concern that these proposals are likely to disproportionately affect female international students and single-parents who may wish to bring their children; …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023

Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, which takes place in May 2023; recognises the VAT burn campaign by the hon. Member for East Dunbartonshire to make sunscreen more affordable for all; notes that 16,744 cases of melanoma skin cancer are diagnosed in the UK each year, with 2,341 …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
7th February 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 5th June 2023

VAT Burn campaign and reform of VAT on sunscreen products

Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the need to reform VAT on sunscreen products that provide a health benefit; acknowledges that Government advice to sit in the shade is not enough to protect our skin; supports sunscreen products being defined as a healthcare product, instead of luxury goods; and calls on the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th May 2023

Alzheimer Scotland and Dementia Awareness Week

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognsies Dementia Action Week in England and Wales which is taking place from 16 to 22 May and Dementia Awareness Week in Scotland which is taking place from 29 May to 4 June; understands this year’s Dementia Awareness Week in Scotland focuses on tackling the stigma faced …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th May 2023

Volunteers’ Week 2023

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House commends the hard work and dedication shown by volunteers across the country; recognises Volunteers' Week, which runs from 1 to 7 June, as an opportunity to celebrate the contribution of volunteers and inspire more people to try volunteering; notes that the personal benefits of volunteering for individuals …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Saturday 20th May 2023

Prestwick Academy Girls Tennis Team, 2023 Tennis Scotland Team of the Year

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates S4 players Olivia Kidd, Natasha Morrison, Abigail Taylor and Georgia Sanger, of the Prestwick Academy Girls Tennis Team, on their incredible achievement in winning Tennis Scotland’s 2023 Team of the Year Award after success in every round of the Scottish Schools Competition led to them finishing …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 18th May 2023

90th anniversary of the Council for At-Risk Academics

Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House celebrates the 90th anniversary of the Council for At-Risk Academics (Cara), a charity founded – as the Academic Assistance Council – at the The Royal Society on 22 May 1933 by leading academics and scientists in the UK to rescue their counterparts in Nazi Germany who were …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th April 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 15th May 2023

Indefinite leave to remain for bereaved partners

Tabled by: Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House supports the Refugee and Migrants Forum of Essex and London’s call for a fee waiver to be introduced for bereaved partners applying for indefinite leave to remain; notes that the death of a loved one brings multiple emotional, practical and financial costs; believes that people whose leave …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Nov 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 12th May 2023

Perth businessman, John Bullough

Tabled by: Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House pays tribute to Perth businessman, John Bullough, who tragically passed away recently; acknowledges his position as a key figure in the Perth business community, including as chair of the Perth City Development Board; recognises his tremendous efforts in founding, running and developing the Scottish Charity Air Ambulance, …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th May 2023

Europe Day 2023

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House celebrates Europe Day, the anniversary of the historic declaration by French Foreign Minister Robert Schuman on 9 May 1950, which established the European Coal and Steel Community and ultimately led to the creation of the European Union; notes that the declaration set out a new form of …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
9th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th May 2023

Illegal Migration Bill

Tabled by: Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House believes the proposals in the Illegal Migration Bill contravene international law, including the Refugee Convention, the European Convention on Human Rights, the European Convention on Action Against Trafficking and the Convention on the Rights of the Child; considers that the Bill will effectively close the UK’s asylum …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
9th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th May 2023

Wellbeing economy

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the call made by President Michael D Higgins of Ireland on 28 April 2023 at a reception for the Think-Tank for Action on Social Change to look beyond the current obsession with economic growth and rebalance economy, ecology and ethics; notes that this call is well-aligned …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th May 2023

World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day 2023

Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House welcomes World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day on 19 May; understands that there are over 500,000 people in the UK living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, the two main forms of which are Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis; appreciates the work of Crohn’s & Colitis UK’s Early Diagnosis campaign, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
9th May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th May 2023

Hereditary angioedema awareness day (No. 2)

Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House celebrates Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) day on Tuesday 16 May 2023; recognises that HAE has a significant impact on patient lives and can cause unpredictable potentially life-threatening attacks; commends the important work patient organisations, such as HAE UK, and leading immunology specialists have done to support and advocate …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
27th April 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th May 2023

Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House supports reforms to sexual harassment laws to ensure that employers maintain safe and respectful workplaces for all women; continues to support the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill; and calls on the Government to ensure it continues to prioritise the Bill and give it the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
2nd May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 3rd May 2023

Scottish Disability Golf and Curling

Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the charity Scottish Disability Golf and Curling on holding its 500th curling event in March and 900th round of golf on 5 May 2023; notes that the Scottish Disability Golf and Curling has held games at over 250 of Scotland’s golf courses and welcomes the support …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
2nd May 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd May 2023

Firefighters Memorial Day 2023

Tabled by: Zarah Sultana (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House joins with firefighters across the UK to mark Firefighters Memorial Day, remembering the bravery and sacrifice of over 2,300 firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty, including firefighter Barry Martin who was critically injured whilst tackling a fire in Edinburgh in January 2023 …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th April 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd May 2023

Scope Disability Price Tag research

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House acknowledges disabled people face higher costs than non-disabled people, with Scope’s new Disability Price Tag research showing the average disabled person household facing extra costs of £975 per month compared to non-disabled households; notes that this implies disabled households need to find almost £12,000 more a year …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th January 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd May 2023

Support for the hospice sector

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House applauds the excellent end of life care and support provided by hospices across the UK to 300,000 people and their families every year; is concerned by the financial strain placed upon hospices due to the soaring costs of energy which places around £100m of additional costs a …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
24th April 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 28th April 2023

MS awareness week

Tabled by: Charlotte Nichols (Labour - Warrington North)
That this House supports MS awareness week, which takes place between 24 and 30 April; highlights that the MS Society, MS Trust, Overcoming MS, Shift.ms, MS-UK, MS National Therapy Centres and MS Together are working together to raise awareness of the realities of living with MS, a progressive neurological condition …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
29th March 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 17th April 2023

Scotland men’s national football team

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scotland men’s national team’s 2-0 victory over Spain in their UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying fixture; applauds Scott McTominay on his two goals to secure all three points; acknowledges that the victory made it two wins from two games and that Scotland sit atop the group …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th March 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 21st March 2023

Epilepsy Scotland and Purple Day

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises and is grateful for the important work carried out by Epilepsy Scotland, who fight to reduce the stigma experienced by people living with epilepsy, and to influence public policy to ensure appropriate support is available for those living with the condition; notes epilepsy is the most …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th March 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th March 2023

Methilhill Community Children's Initiative

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House sends its warmest congratulations to Methilhill Community Children’s Initiative (MCCI) on the occasion of its tenth anniversary; recalls that MCCI was established with the aim of providing opportunities for both formal and informal outdoor learning for young people living in one of the most deprived areas in …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
17th October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th March 2023

Cost of using vehicles for work

Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House recognises the impact that the increase in fuel prices and motoring costs is having on those who rely on their cars and personal vehicles for carrying out their work duties, particularly those in the NHS, local government and social care; notes that the current mileage rates are …
115 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 51
Scottish National Party: 32
Liberal Democrat: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
23rd February 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 27th February 2023

VAT on audiobooks

Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House recognises that audio books, now popular and widely available across all genres; from business to academic, from historical to self help, are a lifeline for many people with sight loss, visual impairment, dyslexia or other reading disabilities; agrees that audio books offer unique opportunities for visually-impaired and …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 14
Liberal Democrat: 10
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th December 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 9th February 2023

The Clean Air (Human Rights) Bill

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House recognises the overwhelming importance of achieving clean air in order to protect life and health now and for future generations; notes that 5th-9th December marks the seventieth anniversary of the Great Smog of London in 1952; welcomes the Clean Air (Human Rights) Bill, known as Ella’s Law, …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th January 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2023

Disability and cost of living

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House recognises that there is often a significant income gap between disabled and non-disabled people; further recognises that disabled people are being hit hard by the current cost of living crisis and are much more likely to struggle to heat their homes and cut back on food over …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
26th January 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 30th January 2023

Private treatment at NHS hospitals

Tabled by: Margaret Greenwood (Labour - Wirral West)
That this House notes that the Health and Social Care Act 2012 in effect allows NHS Foundation Trusts to earn 49 per cent of their income from treating private patients; acknowledges that, before it was amended during its passage through Parliament, it set no limit on private income, demonstrating that …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 15 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th January 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 30th January 2023

UK arms sales to Saudi Arabia for use in Yemen

Tabled by: Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool, Riverside)
That this House notes with concern the ongoing devastation of the war on Yemen, which has repeatedly been named one of the worst humanitarian disasters in the world since the Saudi-led Coalition first launched airstrikes in March 2015; further notes that the Government continues to allow arms sales to Saudi …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
21st October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th January 2023

Support for mortgage interest

Tabled by: Mark Tami (Labour - Alyn and Deeside)
That this House notes that the mechanisms of Support for Mortgage Interest were designed at a point in time when both inflation and interest rates were more stable; recognises that many of those in receipt of Support for Mortgage Interest receive significantly less than their required payments and must make …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
24th January 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th January 2023

Celebration of the life and work of Robert (Rabbie) Burns

Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House notes and celebrates the 264th anniversary of the birth of Robert (Rabbie) Burns, Scotland’s National Bard, in Alloway on 25 January 1759; notes that he is regarded as a pioneer of the Romantic literacy movement, and after his death became a great source of inspiration to the …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th January 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th January 2023

Constitutional Law

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill (Prohibition on Submission for Royal Assent) Order 2023 (S.I., 2023, No. 41), dated 17 January 2023, a copy of which was laid before this House on 17 January 2023, be annulled.
52 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
17th January 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th January 2023

Adoption of Passivhaus Standards in Scotland

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House recognises that the Scottish Government has adopted the Passivhaus standards for all future buildings, with new minimum environmental design standards for all new build housing to meet a Scottish equivalent to the Passivhaus standard in order to improve energy efficiency and thermal performance on the journey to …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th January 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th January 2023

Holocaust Memorial Day 2023

Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House notes that, on 27 January 2023, the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day, marking the 78th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, where more than 1.1 million people died, including nearly one million Jewish men, women and children; commemorates the six million victims of the Holocaust and …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 13
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
11th January 2023
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 16th January 2023

Social Security

Tabled by: Stephen Flynn (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Universal Credit (Administrative Earnings Threshold) (Amendment) Regulations 2023 (S.I., 2023, No. 7), dated 6 January 2023, a copy of which was laid before this House on 9 January 2023, be annulled.
47 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th December 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th January 2023

Blackthorn Salt

Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Gregorie and Whirly Marshall and their small team at Blackthorn Salt in Ayr on receiving numerous awards for their environmentally friendly and sustainable method of producing artisan salt crystals by the process of using water from the sea nearby, allowing the water to be evaporated naturally …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 1
19th December 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 9th January 2023

Royal Mail industrial action

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House fully supports the more than 100,000 postal workers at Royal Mail engaging in strike action in an ongoing dispute over pay and conditions; notes the £758 million in profit made by Royal Mail in the financial year 2021-2022, an increase of £56 million from the previous financial …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
19th December 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th January 2023

Glasgow Print Studio 50th anniversary

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Glasgow Print Studio on their 50th anniversary in 2022; notes the contribution the organisation has made to Glasgow's cultural landscape; understands that the studio started as a grassroots organisation, providing workshop space to artists, and has since grown into a professional art organisation with more than …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th December 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th January 2023

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland 175th anniversary

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the Royal Conservatoire on their 175th anniversary in 2022; notes that they have been teaching the performing arts in Glasgow since 1847; understands that the institution has grown over the past 175 years to become consistently ranked within the world’s top 10 performing arts institutions; further …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th December 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th January 2023

Royal DSM Bovaer manufacturing facility, Dalry

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House celebrates the recent ground-breaking ceremony at Royal DSM’s Bovaer manufacturing facility in Dalry, carried out by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon MSP; understands that Bovaer is a unique methane-reducing feed additive, which can reduce emissions by 30 per cent in dairy cows and 45 per cent in beef …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
15th December 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 19th December 2022

160th anniversary of Laings of Inverurie

Tabled by: Richard Thomson (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House pays tribute to the continuing success and growth of Laings of Inverurie, established as an independent family business in 1862, who have recently celebrated their 160th anniversary as one of the largest independent retailers of kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms in the UK; acknowledges the vital importance of …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
12th December 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th December 2022

80th anniversary of acknowledgement of Holocaust in the House of Commons

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that Saturday 17 December marks the 80th anniversary of the Government first publicly acknowledging the Holocaust in the House of Commons chamber; recalls that then Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Mr Anthony Eden MP, during a statement to the House regarding a joint declaration from …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th December 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th December 2022

Involuntarily instalation of prepayment meters

Tabled by: Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool, Walton)
That this House notes with concern the significant increase in the number of households being involuntarily moved onto prepayment meters; is alarmed by reports that since July 2021 nearly half a million warrants have been issued allowing energy firms to force entry into the UK’s poorest homes, and that at …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th December 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th December 2022

Decision to approve the Whitehaven coal mine

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House deplores the Government’s decision to approve a new coal mine in Whitehaven, Cumbria; believes that it damages the United Kingdom’s international reputation and sets a terrible example of climate leadership; recognises that, while the coal mine will create 500 time-limited jobs, the Local Government Association estimate 6,000 …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
5th December 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th December 2022

Equal private pension entitlement for bereaved unmarried partners

Tabled by: Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House welcomes the progress that has been made in ensuring unmarried partners have access to public service pensions; further welcomes the decision in 2019 to support the equal treatment of survivors of all legal relationships; recognises that the proportion of unmarried couples in the United Kingdom continues to …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
9th December 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 12th December 2022

Special Tribunal on Russian Aggression in Ukraine

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this house seeks justice and accountability for atrocities committed by Russian troops during their invasion of Ukraine, as well as for the crime of the war itself; recognises that the decision by the Russian Federation to launch attacks on Ukraine poses a grave challenge to the post-1945 international order; …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
30th November 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 5th December 2022

150th anniversary of first international football match

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that St. Andrew’s Day marks the 150th anniversary of the first international football match played between Scotland and England at the West of Scotland cricket ground in Glasgow in 1872, attracting a crowd of around 4,000 each paying one shilling for entry; notes that the final …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th November 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th November 2022

Trophy hunting import and exports

Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House notes the recent report of the APPG on Banning Trophy Hunting and Britain: The Case for a Ban, its contributions from IUCN scientists, CITES officials and African community leaders, and its findings that trophy hunting is exacerbating the conservation crisis and that African communities are overwhelmingly opposed …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 2 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 10
Conservative: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
11th October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th November 2022

Securing equal pay

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
This House recognises the years of pay discrimination that local government workers – primarily women – endured under Labour administrations in Scotland; recognises the determination shown by those workers in their fight for equal pay; welcomes the progress that councils across Scotland have made in providing equal pay settlements to …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
7th November 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th November 2022

Detention of Jagtar Singh Johal

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that Friday 4 November 2022 marks the fifth anniversary of the arbitrary detention in India of Jagtar Singh Johal, a Sikh activist from Dumbarton held since being abducted from the street during his honeymoon by unidentified assailants who turned out to be undercover police agents; further …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
3rd November 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th November 2022

25th anniversary of Myeloma UK

Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House extends its congratulations to Myeloma UK staff, volunteers and supporters as the organisation celebrates its 25th anniversary this year; recognises that over the last 25 years the charity has helped to transform lives through investing nearly £19 million into myeloma research; acknowledges that they have answered more …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
31st October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th November 2022

Global hunger and the UN Sustainable Development Goal 2

Tabled by: Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House is concerned by projections from the World Food Programme (WFP) that famine will take hold in parts of Somalia, with 7.1 million people facing acute food insecurity, while UNICEF estimates that a child has been sent to hospital over malnutrition every minute since August 2022; notes that …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
17th October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th November 2022

Universal basic energy allowance

Tabled by: Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House believes the Government’s Energy Price Guarantee is socially unjust and fails to set the UK on the path to an energy secure future; expresses concern at estimates by National Energy Action that 6.7 million households could be pushed into fuel poverty, increasing from 4.5 million last year; …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd November 2022

Tommy Jessop and Heidi Carter and the Shaw Trust 2022 Disability Power 100 Shortlist

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Tommy Jessop and Heidi Carter on being voted onto the Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 list; recognises Mr Jessop’s important contributions to drama, theatre, and the arts, including being the first actor with Down’s syndrome to star in a BBC drama on prime-time, and Ms Carter’s …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
1st November 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd November 2022

St Andrew's High School, Coatbridge and UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting School Award

Tabled by: Steven Bonnar (Scottish National Party - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates the pupils and staff of St Andrew’s High School in Coatbridge on receiving the prestigious Gold Rights Respecting School award from UNICEF; notes that the Gold award is the highest accolade that UNICEF can bestow on a school and that it recognises St Andrews’ High Schools …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 27th October 2022

Long Covid

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes with concern the most recent Office for National Statistics figures published on 6 October 2022 revealing the highest prevalence of Long Covid to date, at an estimated 2.3 million people across the UK; regrets the seriously adverse impact this life-changing condition has on millions of people …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
12th October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 27th October 2022

Uprating benefits in line with inflation

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House calls for benefits to be uprated in line with inflation as a means of mitigating the impact of the cost of living crisis on households in the UK; understands the additional burdens that the cost of living crisis is placing upon low income households; expresses its concern …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 14
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
26th October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 26th October 2022

Regulation of loot boxes in video games

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes that the Government’s recent call for evidence on the use of loot boxes in video games concluded that they may be linked to a range of potential harms and that there is a correlation between purchasing loot boxes and problem gambling as, while they do not …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 24th October 2022

Centenary of Carfin Grotto

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates all those associated with Carfin Grotto in the Diocese of Motherwell, which was opened by Monsignor Thomas Canon Taylor in October 1922 as a place of pilgrimage, prayer and reflection dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes; notes that the Grotto now attracts over 70,000 pilgrims each …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 24th October 2022

Global hunger and the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Tabled by: Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House believes the lack of attention paid to global hunger has exacerbated this long-term and widespread issue; is concerned by warnings from the World Food Programme (WFP) of another year of record hunger; notes the number of hungry people globally increased from 282 million to 345 million during …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 24th October 2022

Financial restitution to women born in the 1950s

Tabled by: Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from many Members across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have lost their pensions; pays tribute to constituents and campaigners in their ongoing fight for justice; notes that at least 3.8 million women have been impacted by the …
87 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
20th October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 21st October 2022

Ministerial severance payments

Tabled by: Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House recognises that the Ministerial and other Pensions and Salaries Act 1991 states that where a Minister of eligible age ceases to hold office and is not reappointed to a ministerial office within three weeks, they will be entitled to a severance payment of a quarter of their …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
11th October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2022

MS Society report entitled Reduced to breaking point

Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House welcomes Reduced to breaking point, the MS Society report on the cost of living for people with MS; is alarmed by the findings that 33 per cent. of people with MS are either struggling or really struggling on their current income; is concerned that three in ten …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
25th May 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 13th October 2022

The imprisonment of Alaa Abd el-Fattah

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House condemns the imprisonment of Alaa Abd el-Fattah for eight of the last nine years in Egypt; notes that as of 26 May, Alaa is on his 55th day of hunger strike; recalls that Alaa is a human rights activist and has been identified by Amnesty International as …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
22nd September 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th October 2022

UK Embassy in Israel

Tabled by: Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House expresses its deep concern regarding the Government's review into moving the UK Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem; notes that, on 21st September 2022, the Prime Minister told her Israeli counterpart about her review of the current location of the British embassy in Israel during …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th October 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Sunday 2nd October 2022

40th Anniversary of Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates the Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra on the 40th anniversary of its founding, on 23rd October 1982, by Wallace & Lex Galbraith with the aim of developing the musical skills and a love of traditional Scottish Fiddle Music among young musicians in the South West of Scotland; notes …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
21st September 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 23rd September 2022

Pension Credit and the cost of living payment eligibility period

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House understands that the eligibility period for the £650 cost of living payment for anyone receiving Pension Credit has passed; recognises that the uptake of Pension Credit is low; understands that Pension Credit and the associated benefits, including the £650 cost of living payment, provide vital support to …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
21st September 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 23rd September 2022

Effect of rising energy costs on small and medium-sized businesses, public sector organisations and charities

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House recognises the impending cost of the energy crisis facing small businesses, public sector organisations and charities; is dismayed at the delays in offering support and the lack of planning to mitigate against this foreseeable crisis for these sectors; considers the lasting impact of covid-19 and soaring inflation …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
21st September 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 23rd September 2022

Prepayment meter energy customers and self-disconnection

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House acknowledges the rising cost of energy for households; notes that prepayment meter customers pay more in standing charges and unit rates for energy; recognises that prepayment meter customers are not afforded the same rights when in energy debt as direct debit customers; understands that a prepayment meter …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
21st September 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd September 2022

Three Dads Walking campaign and suicide-awareness and mental health first aid in educational settings

Tabled by: Neil Hudson (Conservative - Penrith and The Border)
That this House expresses its support for the brave, tireless and selfless campaigning of the Three Dads Walking, Andy Airey, Tim Owen, and Mike Palmer, who with their UK walk are raising awareness of young suicide and boosting charity funds following the tragic losses of their daughters, Sophie, Emily and …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
6th September 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st September 2022

Achievements of Daniel Cornet

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House praises Dunfermline’s Daniel Cornet on winning gold in mini tennis at the British Transplant Games; notes that Daniel accomplished this just one week after leaving hospital following a major operation; commends Daniel for the strength and resilience he has shown since he was diagnosed with end stage …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Sep 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
21st September 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 21st September 2022

Urology awareness month

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes that September is Urology Awareness Month, which aims to raise awareness, knowledge and understanding of urological diseases and their symptoms; observes the devastating impact that conditions such as incontinence can have on quality of life; further notes that an estimated 6 million people in the UK, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Nov 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
8th September 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 15th September 2022

Loss and Damage Action Day 2022

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House acknowledges Loss and Damage Action Day, which is taking place on 22 September 2022, to highlight the severe impacts of climate change already affecting communities around the world; notes that climate change induced loss and damage is projected to cost between $290bn and $580bn a year by …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
11th May 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2022

Killing of Shireen Abu Akleh

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is shocked by the killing of Al-Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh by Israeli forces whilst reporting on raids in Jenin; extends its sincere condolences to her family and colleagues who are devastated? by her death; is appalled that this widely-respected, brave and committed journalist was hit by …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th September 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 5th September 2022

1st Troon Boys Brigade and 2022 World Pipe Band Championships

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates the 1st Troon Boys Brigade Pipe Band on winning first place and becoming Champions in the Grade 4B class at the 2022 World Pipe Band Championships, held at Glasgow Green on 12-13 August 2022 in front of 40,000 spectators; commends the musicians, their families and the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2022

Principles of democracy

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House asserts the basic principles of democracy whereby 50 percent plus one of those who vote in a democratic ballot commands a majority for change; rejects suggestions that a future British Government would legislate to require more than half of the entire registered Scottish electorate to vote in …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
12th July 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th July 2022

Garment trade adjudicator

Tabled by: Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House notes that the purchasing practices of UK retailers has a direct impact on the workers who make clothes for fashion brands, who then re-sell those clothes onto consumers; laments the unfair purchasing practices of UK fashion brands, which causes job losses, poverty wages, excessive overtime and unsafe …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Alba Party: 1
10th May 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th July 2022

Disability Benefit Assessments and the Health & Disability Green Paper

Tabled by: Marsha De Cordova (Labour - Battersea)
That this House notes that Department for Work and Pensions statistics show that of the 1.5 million Incapacity Benefit claimants who were assessed for Employment Support Allowance (ESA) up until June 2019, 268,000 were found Fit for Work, a proportion of 18 per cent, that between 2013-2020, only 66,000 out …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
10th May 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th July 2022

Planned coalmine in Whitehaven, Cumbria

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned by Government plans to approve the first new coalmine for 30 years in Whitehaven, Cumbria, in order to supply steelworks; notes that industry figures say there’s no demand for the mine, and that a former British Steel Chief Executive has warned the plans will delay …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Liberal Democrat: 12
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
20th June 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th June 2022

Windrush Day 2022

Tabled by: Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Streatham)
That this House celebrates the 74th anniversary of the arrival of HMT Empire Windrush at Tilbury Dock on the 22nd June 1948; recognises that Windrush has become a key symbolic moment in the history of both the Black British contribution to Britain and the broader post-war Commonwealth migration that reshaped …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th June 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 16th June 2022

Clean Air Day 2022

Tabled by: Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House celebrates Clean Air Day 2022 on Thursday 16th June and the ongoing campaign to tackle air pollution; recognises that air pollution is the largest environmental risk to public health in the UK and the disastrous impact it has on individuals, families and communities; regrets that air pollution …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
13th June 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 16th June 2022

Israeli Flag Day in Occupied East Jerusalem

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House condemns the annual Israeli flag march through Palestinian neighbourhoods of occupied East Jerusalem marked by widespread racist chants, including death to Arabs and we will burn your village; further condemns the frequent attacks on Palestinian residents of East Jerusalem by marchers, and attacks on journalists, including this …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
9th June 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th June 2022

Tribute to Dunfermline’s iconic peacocks

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House notes the tragic loss of one of Dunfermline’s iconic peacocks, Malcolm, following a horrific attack on 31 May; further notes that another bird, Louis, is recovering after being seriously injured during the incident; praises the overwhelming response from the community which raised more than £15,000 following the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
7th June 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2022

Ratification of the Istanbul Convention

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that 8 June 2022 will mark ten years since the UK signed the Istanbul Convention on protecting women and girls from violence; commends the work by IC Change and other groups in campaigning for the UK’s ratification of the treaty; welcomes the recent announcement by the …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
24th May 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2022

Storage of US nuclear weapons in the UK

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House is deeply concerned that the United Kingdom has been added to the United States’ list of nuclear weapons storage site locations in Europe and that, according to information released by the United States' government, these storage sites are being upgraded; is concerned that this signals a change …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 12
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
17th May 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th May 2022

Specialist Huntington’s Disease Services

Tabled by: Hilary Benn (Labour - Leeds Central)
That this House notes that Huntington’s Disease is a rare, hereditary and incurable neurological condition that slowly robs patients of their ability to walk, talk, eat, drink, make decisions and care for themselves; notes that a University of Aberdeen study, published in the Journal of Neurology, highlights that the number …
112 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 36
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
16th May 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th May 2022

Reduction in civil service employment

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House condemns Government plans to cut 91,000 jobs from the civil service over the next three years; notes that departmental spending levels for the next three years have only recently been issued, following a process of assessing future staffing requirements; is angered to have learnt of these plans …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th May 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th May 2022

Ownership of Channel 4

Tabled by: Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House is concerned about the Government's plans to privatise Channel 4, a publicly owned company that does not cost the taxpayer a penny; notes that Channel 4 is not run for profit and is therefore free from the need to create return for shareholders; acknowledges that Channel 4's …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th May 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2022

Hunting on Ministry of Defence land

Tabled by: Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House notes with concern that the Ministry of Defence (MoD) continues to grant licences for trail and drag hunts on MoD land, including 248 hunts over 13 MoD sites in a single year; notes that leaked footage shows the Hunting Office and the Masters of Fox Hounds Association …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 5
Independent: 1
12th May 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 16th May 2022

Arrests in Hong Kong

Tabled by: Edward Leigh (Conservative - Gainsborough)
That this House notes with concern reports that His Eminence Joseph Cardinal Zen, Bishop Emeritus of Hong Kong, aged 90, has been arrested in Hong Kong on charges relating to breaches of China's National Security Law; further notes reports that alongside Cardinal Zen, Cantopop singer and actor Denise Ho, former …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
27th April 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th May 2022

Firefighters Memorial Day

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 2300 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; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 4
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
28th March 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th May 2022

Disability Benefit Assessments and the Health & Disability Green Paper

Tabled by: Marsha De Cordova (Labour - Battersea)
That this House notes that Department for Work and Pensions statistics show that of the 1.5 million Incapacity Benefit claimants who were assessed for Employment Support Allowance (ESA) up until June 2019, 268,000 were found Fit for Work, a proportion of18 per cent, that between 2013-2020, only 66,000 out of …
88 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 26
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
17th March 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th May 2022

War on Want's report on McDonald's tax affairs

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House is disturbed by the findings of the Secrets and Fries report published on 17 March 2022 by War on Want, which exposes a circular, paper transaction by McDonald’s which it alleges has the primary purpose of reducing McDonald’s tax obligations by creating a UK tax shelter for …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th March 2022

P&O Ferries and DP World

Tabled by: Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House condemns in the strongest possible terms the decision of P&O Ferries to fire 800 staff without notice or consultation with their trade unions, the RMT and Nautilus; demands the immediate reinstatement of the sacked workers; condemns their replacement with agency workers earning as little as £1.80 per …
125 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 93
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
22nd March 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 28th March 2022

NICE guideline on endometriosis diagnosis and management

Tabled by: Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House urges the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) to review and update guideline NG 73 on endometriosis diagnosis and management and to begin the process of doing so before the end of 2022; notes that endometriosis affects one in ten women and those assigned female …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
21st March 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd March 2022

Cerebral palsy awareness month

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House notes that March is cerebral palsy awareness month; supports removing the barriers faced by the adult cerebral palsy community, including in accessing healthcare services and progressing in the workplace; welcomes the publication of the third report of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Cerebral Palsy entitled Barriers for …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
7th March 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th March 2022

Scotland Board of the Gaelic Athletic Association 125th Anniversary

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House is delighted to acknowledge the 125th anniversary of the establishment of the Scotland Board of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA), also known as Scotland GAA; believes that Scotland GAA has been instrumental in maintaining and strengthening the links between the sport, Ireland and the Irish diaspora across …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
31st January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2022

Bearskin caps and the armed forces

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House expresses its concern that the ceremonial bearskin caps worn by members of the armed forces, most notably at the annual Trooping the Colour parade, involve the unnecessary slaughter of black bears; notes that each bearskin ceremonial cap costs the Ministry of Defence over £1,700 and sees no …
75 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 28
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
22nd February 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd February 2022

Estonian National Day

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that 24 February is the Estonian National Day, marking 124 years since the signing of the Estonian declaration of independence in 1918, and the foundation of the Republic of Estonia; further notes that the Estonian people had been subjects variously of Swedish, Russian and German Empires …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd February 2022

A wealth tax as an alternative to National Insurance increases

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this House calls on the Government to abandon its regressive plans for a 1.25 percentage point increase in National Insurance contributions; believes this will add to the cost of living crisis people are already experiencing as a result of big increases in energy bills, high inflation, real-term wage cuts …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Liberal Democrat: 13
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
10th February 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st February 2022

Cholangiocarcinoma Awareness Month (No. 2)

Tabled by: John Spellar (Labour - Warley)
That this House notes that February is Cholangiocarcinoma Awareness Month and 12 February is World Cholangiocarcinoma day; commends AMMF the cholangiocarcinoma charity for their outstanding work supporting people impacted by bile duct cancer and providing information, educational resources and advocating for people impacted by this aggressive cancer; recognises the importance …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
9th February 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 21st February 2022

Standing Order No. 43 (Disorderly conduct)

Tabled by: Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House considers that, given the breadth of the Prime Minister’s responsibilities, their leading role in Government and the country and the consequent need for accuracy in the information they give, it is desirable that the following amendment be made to Standing Order No. 43 (Disorderly conduct): "At end, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 13
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
8th February 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 21st February 2022

Pension Credit uptake

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House encourages the UK Government to promote pension credit uptake amongst those who are eligible; urges the UK Government to promote the additional benefits that can be claimed alongside pension credit, such as support with council tax, support with rent in the form of Housing Benefit, alongside help …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
7th February 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st February 2022

Scotland Calcutta Cup winners 2022

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates the Scotland rugby team on their historic victory over England in the Calcutta Cup on the 5 February 2022; acknowledges that they are the first Scotland team to retain the Calcutta Cup with back-to-back victories since 1984; notes the exemplary spirit in which the game was …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 21st February 2022

Investment in Scotland's electric vehicle charging network

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House supports the Scottish Government's aim to double the size of its electric vehicle charging network over the next four years; notes a £60 million fund has been created to advance this aim; recognises the important role electric vehicles and their associated infrastructure will play in decarbonising Scotland's …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
31st January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 21st February 2022

United Nations Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes 21 January 2022 marks the first anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons; regrets that the United Kingdom is neither a signatory of or a party to the Treaty; calls on the UK Government to abandon …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 21st February 2022

Ayrshire Potato Day

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House celebrates Ayrshire Potato Day, to be held on 5 February 2022 at Elm Park Allotments and Community Garden in Ardrossan; commends the work of Ardrossan-based charity, Three Towns Growers, for organising this event promoting locally-grown produce, and its ongoing commitment to providing a community growing space and …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd November 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 21st February 2022

Murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher

Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House recalls that on 17 April 1984, WPC Yvonne Fletcher, aged 25, was shot in the back and murdered from inside the Libyan Embassy while policing a political demonstration; notes that no one has ever been charged in connection with her death, despite there being an individual identified …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st February 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st February 2022

Heriot-Watt University support to improve the lives of stoma bag wearers

Tabled by: Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House welcomes the invaluable support of the Medical Device Manufacturing Centre (MDMC) led by Heriot-Watt University in enabling start-up company Confidence Plus Ltd to introduce its new product ConfiPlus to a clinical setting as quickly as possible; notes that ConfiPlus has been developed to address the common problem …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
9th February 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 10th February 2022

Global Disability Summit 2022

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House marks the second ever Global Disability Summit (GS22), hosted February 16 to 17 by the International Disability Alliance, the Government of Norway and the Government of Ghana; recognises the aims of this year’s summit to mobilise efforts for the implementation of the United Nations (UN) Convention on …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
31st January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th February 2022

Kids Operating Room 50th installation

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundee-based charity Kids Operating Room on the delivery of their 50th operating room; notes that operating rooms have been delivered and installed in hospitals across Africa and Latin America; recognises that KidsOR works to support existing hospitals and healthcare professionals to expand their services; further recognises …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th February 2022

Campaign for an Osteogenesis Imperfecta national awareness month

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House recognises the Brittle Bone Society’s campaign to mark the month of May as the National Awareness Month for Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI); notes that OI is a genetic bone disorder characterised by fragile bones that affects a person from birth; recognises that around 5,000 people across the UK …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
13th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th February 2022

Jyoti Hazra MBE

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House records its sadness at the passing of Jyoti Hazra MBE at the age of 91; commends Jyoti as a tireless campaigner, both in the city of Dundee and across Scotland, for an increase in racial tolerance and understanding between communities; notes that he was a former member …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th February 2022

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes Breast Cancer Awareness Month; further notes the symptoms and signs of breast cancer which everyone should be aware of; highlights the fact that breast cancer is also found in men and the first sign is usually a lump on the chest; highlights that early diagnosis is …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
14th September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th February 2022

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and acute lymphoblastic leukaemia

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House acknowledges that September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month; notes that blood cancers are the most common cancers affecting children and young people and that acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL), a type of leukaemia where cancerous cells build up in the bone marrow, is the most common cancer diagnosed …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
2nd February 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd February 2022

Time to Talk Day 2022

Tabled by: Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House notes that 3 February 2022 is Time to Talk Day; joins with people across the country taking part in the nation’s biggest mental health conversation; further notes the importance of this day in bringing friends, families, communities, and workplaces together to talk and listen; believes talking and …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd February 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd February 2022

Raith Rovers Football Club signing of David Goodwillie (No. 2)

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House expresses its extreme concerns at the decision of Raith Rovers Football Club to give a playing contract to footballer David Goodwillie who was found to be guilty of rape following a civil court case in 2017; notes that since then the player has expressed no remorse and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
26th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 31st January 2022

Providing financial restitution to women born in the 1950s

Tabled by: Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from so many hon. Members from across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have lost their pensions; and pays tribute to constituents and campaigners in their ongoing fight for justice; recalls that women born in the 1950s were …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
25th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th January 2022

World Cancer Day 2022

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes that 4 February 2022 is World Cancer Day which aims to raise awareness, improve education and call for nations to work together to tackle cancer globally; understands that one in two people will develop cancer in their lifetime and recognises that early detection of cancer is …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th January 2022

Miscarriage leave and employment policy

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House believes that the Government should introduce a policy of paid miscarriage leave; is aware that the Government has so far been hesitant to introduce such a policy; notes that, in the UK, two weeks parental bereavement leave and pay is in place after stillbirth, however there is …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
24th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022

Celebration of the birth and legacy of Robert (Rabbie) Burns

Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House notes and celebrates the 263rd anniversary of the birth of Robert (Rabbie) Burns, Scotland’s National Bard, in Alloway on 25 January 1759; notes that he is regarded as a pioneer of the Romantic literacy movement, and after his death became a great source of inspiration to the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
18th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022

East Lothian rowers cross the Atlantic in third place

Tabled by: Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates Ian Baird, Duncan Hughes, Ross McKinney, Fraser Potter and Clive Rooney of North Berwick Coastal Rowing Club, known as Five in a Row, for finishing in third place in the 2021 Talisker Atlantic Challenge; understands that the five men completed the 3000 mile journey from La …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
18th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 19th January 2022

War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation payments

Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House believes that the current process for claiming War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation payments is not fit for purpose and drives many veterans to give up on claims, severely deteriorates many veterans’ mental health, drives many into poverty, and increases the risk of suicides; applauds our veterans …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
18th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 18th January 2022

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes the week commencing 17 January 2022 is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week; recognises that, while not always easy, attending cervical screening allows diagnosis and treatment of Human Papilloma Virus, as well as early detection of Cervical neoplasia, and can therefore save lives; believes that no-one should feel …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 17th January 2022

Russian Military Studies Centre

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House commends the work of the Russian Military Studies Centre (RMSC) at the Defence Academy of the UK (DefAc UK), particularly during time of heightened tension with the Russian Federation; notes that it contains one of the most extensive catalogues of papers, journals, books and other resources regarding …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
6th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 10th January 2022

Post Office Horizon compensation scheme

Tabled by: Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow)
That this House believes that the 555 litigants, who won civil proceedings against Post Office Ltd in 2018-19, should not be excluded from the Post Office Horizon compensation scheme; that the exclusion of these litigants from the compensation scheme is having and will continue to have a direct and devastating …
137 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 62
Scottish National Party: 37
Liberal Democrat: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 7
Conservative: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
5th January 2022
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 10th January 2022

Remembering Stephen Sutton MBE

Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House celebrates the life and legacy of the late Stephen Sutton MBE who was born on 16 December 1994; understands Stephen was a charity activist known for his blog and fundraising efforts for Teenage Cancer Trust; notes Stephen’s story continues to be a source of inspiration for thousands …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th November 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 16th December 2021

Centenary of Geiriadur Prifysgol Cymru

Tabled by: Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion)
This House congratulates Geiriadur Prifysgol Cymru, the University of Wales Dictionary of the Welsh Language, on reaching its centenary this year, and acknowledges the support of the Centre for Advanced Welsh and Celtic Studies, the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, and the Welsh Government; notes that it is the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th November 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th December 2021

Red Wednesday campaign

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House marks Red Wednesday, an annual day when persecution against Christians and other religious minorities is highlighted; supports the launch of Hear Her Cries, a report by Catholic charity Aid to the Church in Need that investigates the abduction, rape, forced conversion and forced marriage of Christian women …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
2nd December 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th December 2021

Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week

Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week running from 1 to 7 December; understands Crohn’s & Colitis UK aim to raise awareness and reduce the stigma around these very serious and incurable conditions; notes that each day of Crohn’s Awareness Week a platform will be available for anyone …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
6th December 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th December 2021

Scottish Women's Premier League Cup Final 2021

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Celtic Football Club's Women's Team on their success in the 2021 Scottish Women's Premier League Cup Final against Glasgow City, played at Firhill Stadium in Glasgow on Sunday 5 December 2021; notes that this is the first silverware for the team since 2010, and the first …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
3rd November 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 3rd December 2021

UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises 3 December is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a day to celebrate people with disabilities and champion their abilities and contribution; supports the United Nation’s work surrounding this campaign; notes this year’s theme is leadership and participation of persons with disabilities toward an inclusive, …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 12
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th November 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th November 2021

Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme (ACSR) was announced on 18 August 2021; further notes that hon. Members are still receiving desperate messages for help and that Ministerial replies to queries make repeated reference to the scheme; is concerned that three months later the ACRS is still …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
28th October 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 1st November 2021

Rett Syndrome Awareness Month

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises Rett Syndrome Awareness Month from 1-30 October; notes its importance for raising awareness of the rare genetic disorder as the second most common cause of severe disability in women and girls; commends the charitable organisation, Rett UK, for their outstanding work in providing information, support and …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
25th October 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 28th October 2021

Scottish Interfaith Week 2021 and COP26 vigil

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the range of events and activities planned to mark Scottish Interfaith Week 2021, which takes place between 31 October and 7 November 2021; notes the decision to dedicate the week, under the theme of Together for Our Planet, during the COP26 Conference being held in Glasgow, …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
18th October 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th October 2021

Delays in the administration of the State Pension

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is deeply concerned about the delays being experienced by new pensioners in receiving State Pension payments to which they are entitled, with many still to receive their payments over a month after reaching State Pension age; notes that pensioner poverty has recently risen to a 15-year high …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
18th October 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th October 2021

Baby Loss Awareness Week 2021

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises that Baby Loss Awareness Week took place from 9 to 15 October 2021; offers sincere sympathy to those families who have lost precious babies; acknowledges that stillbirth, miscarriage, and infant loss is a tragedy which governments across the UK must work to prevent; pays tribute to …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
6th September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th October 2021

World Suicide Prevention Day

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises that suicide is among the top 20 leading causes of death globally for people of all ages and that, according to the World Health Organisation, an estimated 703,000 people die by suicide worldwide each year; acknowledges the impact of the covid-19 pandemic on mental health and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd October 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th October 2021

Covid-19 plan B measures

Tabled by: Diane Abbott (Independent - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House notes that there is once more a surge in new covid-19 cases and that both hospitalisations and deaths are rising; further notes that the UK's data is currently far in excess of comparable countries in Western Europe; believes that a failure to respond to this situation is …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th October 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th October 2021

Proscribing of Palestinian human rights organisations

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House condemns the declaration of 22 October 2021 made by Israeli Minister of Defence, Benny Gantz, which designated six Palestinian civil society groups as terrorist organisations; notes that the Israeli authorities have not provided any evidence to substantiate their claims about the organisations; further notes that the targeted …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
8th September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Saturday 23rd October 2021

Emma Ritch

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House recognises the remarkable achievements of internationally renowned feminist, the late Emma Ritch who was executive director of Engender, Scotland’s feminist policy and advocacy organisation; notes that her professional and voluntary work roles over a number of years included Chair of the Board of Trustees at Human Rights …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 6
Labour: 1
10th September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 21st October 2021

Introducing a Wealth Tax

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this House notes that almost a quarter of all household wealth in the UK is held by the richest one per cent. of the population; further notes that the wealth of UK billionaires increased by £106 billion since the start of the pandemic; believes that it is unjust that …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
23rd September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021

Clarkston gas explosion of 21 October 1971

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recalls, fifty years on, the dreadful events of 21 October 1971, when Scotland’s worst peace-time explosion ripped through the Clarkston Toll shopping precinct, quickly reducing the shops to rubble; recognises the devastating impact on the local community, with 22 people losing their lives and more than 100 …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 40
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021

Campaign to secure the future of the Covid Memorial Wall

Tabled by: Afzal Khan (Labour - Manchester, Gorton)
That this House welcomes the creation of the Covid Memorial Wall on Albert Embankment by Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice; notes that this memorial now includes over 150,000 hand-painted hearts to symbolise all those who lost their lives during the coronavirus pandemic; praises the work of Covid-19 Bereaved Families for …
139 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 97
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 10
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
20th September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021

John Henderson and the 2021 World Cup of Darts

Tabled by: Richard Thomson (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House congratulates John Henderson of Huntly, Aberdeenshire, on winning the PDC 2021 World Cup of Darts for Scotland with Peter Wright; notes that this is the second time in three years Scotland has won the title; commiserates with Austria, the defeated finalists this time; and wishes John and …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
20th September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021

60 years of independent television in the north of Scotland

Tabled by: Richard Thomson (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House notes that 30 September 2021 marks sixty years of Independent Television in the North of Scotland; notes that Grampian Television, which served the area with distinction from 1961 to 2006, produced programming in Gaelic, English and Scots at a time when the indigenous languages of Scotland were …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021

Anthony Nolan and Blood Cancer Awareness Month

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises Blood Cancer Awareness Month from 1-30 September; notes its importance for raising awareness of blood cancers and the necessity of their early diagnosis to save lives; commends charitable organisations like Anthony Nolan and their campaign to amplify voices of blood cancer patients; recognises their Blood Cancer …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th July 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021

Protecting grasslands at COP26 and beyond

Tabled by: Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House recognises that species-rich grasslands offer ways of reducing the impact of greenhouse gases that cause climate change by reducing flooding risk, locking up pollutants and acting as critical ecosystems for pollinators and supporting sustainable and resilient farming; regrets that in the last 100 years the UK alone …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
27th May 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021

Arms export licences for sales to the Israeli Military

Tabled by: Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes with concern the recent granting of and use of extant UK licences for the export to the Israeli military of categories of arms and arms components including military technology and components for aircrafts, helicopters, and drones, as well as grenades, bombs, missiles, armoured vehicles, tanks, ammunition, …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 25
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
18th October 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021

Employment rights and ASOS's human resources policies

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House commends highly the approach of online fashion retailer ASOS to support its staff during challenging health related life events as it introduces trailblazing new human resources policies; notes it is hugely impressed that ASOS employees will now receive ten days paid leave should they, their partner or …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd September 2021

Loss and Damage Awareness Day 2021

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House welcomes the first ever Loss and Damage Awareness Day on 23 September 2021; recognises that many of the communities worst affected by loss and damage are also the world's poorest; recognises the obligations of developed countries to support developing countries to mitigate the disastrous impacts of climate …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
21st September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st September 2021

Centenary of the Victory Baths in Renfrew

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that the Victory Baths in Renfrew celebrated its centenary on 19 September 2021; understands that the swimming baths were gifted to the town by shipbuilder and government minister, Sir Frederick Lobnitz, who, along with his wife, Lady Lobnitz and Lady Blythswood conducted the opening ceremony watched …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st September 2021

60th anniversary of Kirklandneuk Primary School

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that Kirklandneuk Primary School in Renfrew celebrated its 60th anniversary on 28 August 2021; understands that the school has over the last three weeks had several events celebrating the occasion; believes that Kirklandneuk Primary School has made a substantial contribution to educating youngsters in the Renfrew …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th September 2021

The Ministerial Code and the conduct of the Prime Minister

Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
That this House believes that trust in the ministerial code has been eroded by the actions of the Prime Minister; further believes that the Prime Minister should no longer be the guardian of the code as he has been shown to lack the moral aptitude needed; and therefore calls for …
105 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Scottish National Party: 39
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
6th September 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th September 2021

Communication of changes to the state pension age for 1950s-born women

Tabled by: Andrew Gwynne (Labour - Denton and Reddish)
That this House notes the recent findings of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman's report entitled Women's State Pension Age: our findings on the Department for Work and Pensions' communication of changes; urges the Government to recognise the negative effects of successive DWP maladministration; calls for compensation for 1950s-born women; …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 27
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
21st July 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st July 2021

European nationals in the UK

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House recognises the contribution that the hundreds of thousands of European nationals living in the UK have made to the UK; further recognises that one of those European Nationals is Dundee’s Irena Jendrycha, one of the UK’s last Holocaust survivors, who moved to the UK aged four after …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
8th July 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 15th July 2021

Israel Arms Trade (Prohibition) Bill

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
This House notes that the UK Government has authorised hundreds of millions of pounds worth of arms sales to Israel between 2016 and 2020; believes that the UK Government should end these arms sales as part of efforts to end Israel's militarized repression of Palestinians, violations of international law and …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
12th May 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th July 2021

Giving every child the best start in life

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes the work of WAVE Trust and its 70/30 campaign to reduce levels of child abuse, neglect and domestic abuse by 70 per cent by 2030; further notes that over two-thirds of this House have endorsed that campaign, including a majority from all parties; recognises the role …
151 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 15
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
7th July 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 8th July 2021

Access to cash

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the importance of access to cash for the UK population; notes that due to bank branch closures and the loss of free-to-use ATMs across the UK, millions are at risk of losing access to cash; further notes that all communities should be guaranteed a right to …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
28th June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 5th July 2021

Welfare support for terminally ill people

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House notes that Marie Curie and the Motor Neurone Disease Association estimate that more than 6,000 people have died waiting for a decision on their benefits claim since the Department for Work and Pensions announced its review of the benefits system for terminally ill people and the Special …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 2nd July 2021

Government contractor Mitie Group plc and employment practices

Tabled by: Paula Barker (Labour - Liverpool, Wavertree)
That this House believes that the practice of threatening employees with being fired and rehired unless they accept inferior terms and conditions is immoral, unacceptable and should be made unlawful; notes that Government Ministers have previously condemned the use of such threats as a negotiating tactic; is concerned by reports …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
30th June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 1st July 2021

Families of children with extremely rare chromosome and gene disorders

Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the challenges faced by parents of children with unique or extremely rare chromosome and gene disorders in receiving tailored medical care and locating support groups specific to their situation, as well as in being able to know what to expect or gauge against; commends the work …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
29th June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 1st July 2021

Effect of ending the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme on levels of poverty

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That an Humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, that she will be graciously pleased to direct Ministers to lay before this House, not later than 5.00pm on Thursday 1 July, all papers and correspondence compiled by the Department of Work and Pensions relating to an analysis of terminating the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th June 2021

Sarcoma UK and Sarcoma Awareness Month 2021

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises Sarcoma Awareness Month from 1 to 31 July,and its importance in spreading awareness of Sarcoma as an uncommon and fast-spreading cancer; acknowledges the necessity of early, fast and accurate diagnosis for the 5,300 people diagnosed with the disease annually in the UK; recognises the hard work …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
28th June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 29th June 2021

Rett UK and Rett Syndrome Awareness

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House commends Rett UK for the invaluable work they do as the only specialist charity in the UK to provide professional family support, information and advice to those affected by Rett Syndrome; recognises the need for greater awareness of Rett Syndrome as a rare neurological condition that impacts …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 28th June 2021

Israel and Palestine

Tabled by: Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House expresses its profound concern at recent events in the occupied Palestinian territory and Israel; welcomes the ceasefire which began on 21 May 2021; calls for every effort to be made to end all attacks and forms of aggression, address the underlying causes and hold those responsible fully …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 7
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
15th June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 28th June 2021

Zero-carbon domestic renewables

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the UK's legal commitment to reduce carbon emissions, including those from domestic dwellings, to Net Zero by 2050; further notes that 30% of UK carbon dioxide emissions are from domestic dwellings; recognises that micro-generation of home grown energy and heating is vital to reach the Net …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Labour: 6
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 28th June 2021

The fur trade in the UK

Tabled by: Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House welcomes the Call for Evidence on the fur trade in the UK; urges the Government to introduce legislation to ban the import and sale of fur in the UK having first banned fur farms more than 20 years ago, something that is possible now that the UK …
119 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 51
Scottish National Party: 34
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
22nd June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 24th June 2021

Armed Forces Day 2021

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House notes that Armed Forces Day 2021 takes place on 26th June; welcomes this recognition and appreciation of both current and former service personnel; applauds and sincerely thanks Armed Forces personnel and veterans for their outstanding public service and personal sacrifice throughout their military careers; welcomes a national …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th May 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 21st June 2021

Protests in Colombia

Tabled by: Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House expresses profound concern on reports of excessive use of force by the Colombian police, against overwhelmingly peaceful social protests as confirmed by the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights across Colombia from 28 April 2021, as part of a national strike; believes the right …
101 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 30
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
15th June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 17th June 2021

Australian trade deal

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes the prospective agreement of a trade deal with Australia; expresses strong concern at the potential implications of any deal on British farmers; asks that farmers across the country are properly consulted; further asks that MPs are given the time to adequately read, scrutinise and debate the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
7th June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th June 2021

Father Stan Swamy

Tabled by: Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House condemns the arrest in October 2020 of Jesuit Priest Father Stan Swamy by the National Investigation Agency of India; condemns the harsh interrogation, refusal of bail, and ongoing detention of this frail 83 year-old priest; notes Father Swamy’s tireless work over five decades assisting the poor and …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jun 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 6
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 14th June 2021

End the young parent penalty

Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House notes that there are 1.8 million single parents across the UK, with nearly half of all children in single parent families living in poverty; further notes the particular impact of Covid-19 on single parents who are both the carer and income generator for their family; believes that …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
9th June 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 10th June 2021

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month 2021

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that during the month of June 2021 it is Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month; understands that the theme in 2021 is Make Some Space where it is hoped that people from different backgrounds and professions will make some space in their day to day lives, …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 14
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alliance: 1
18th May 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th June 2021

Specialist consultant prescribed medicinal cannabis

Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House recognises the benefits of prescribed medical cannabis by a specialist consultant for people suffering with chronic pain, epilepsy and a variety of other conditions; welcomes the legalisation around the use of prescribed medical cannabis on 1 November 2018; but regrets the difficulties that patients and their families …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
26th May 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 27th May 2021

Apology for Forced Adoption

Tabled by: Harriet Harman (Labour - Camberwell and Peckham)
That this House recognises the great injustice, suffering and lifetime of pain caused to mothers and their children separated by forced adoption in the UK in the three decades after the Second World War, when young unmarried mothers were coerced into handing over their new-born children, and apologises for it; …
75 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
24th May 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th May 2021

Maggie’s Centres operations during the covid-19 pandemic

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates the work of Maggie's Glasgow in providing support to thousands of people with cancer and their loves ones from across the West of Scotland; notes that 2020 was a challenging year for all, but particularly for those suffering from or recently diagnosed with serious illnesses such …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
17th May 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 20th May 2021

50 years of the Misuse of Drugs Act

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House acknowledges that the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 is not fit for purpose; notes that for 50 years, it has failed to reduce drug consumption and that drug deaths are now at a record high; further notes that instead it has increased harm, damaged public health and …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 14
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
20th May 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 20th May 2021

Pregnancy and maternity discrimination at work

Tabled by: Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House notes that Government-commissioned research in 2016 by the Equality and Human Rights Commission found disturbingly high levels of pregnancy and maternity discrimination in UK workplaces; further notes the February 2021 conclusion of the Women and Equalities Committee that the Government must act now to prevent further discrimination, …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 32
Liberal Democrat: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
17th May 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th May 2021

Universal Basic Income pilot in Wales

Tabled by: Beth Winter (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House applauds the Welsh Government for committing to a Universal Basic Income (UBI) pilot in Wales; thanks all the Senedd candidates who signed the pledge for UBI ahead of May's elections; acknowledges that the current system of social security provision in the UK is not sufficient to provide …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jun 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
17th May 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th May 2021

Scottish Retail Consortium charitable giving

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House congratulates the members of the Scottish Retail Consortium (SRC) on raising over £16 million for charity and good causes in 2020, including during the Covid pandemic, and £75 million overall since 2016, as highlighted in the SRC’s trailblazing Report into Retail Charitable Giving 2021; notes that, through …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jun 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
12th May 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Sunday 16th May 2021

Radiologist workforce

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes that the NHS radiologist workforce is now short-staffed by 33 per cent according to the Royal College of Radiologists recent census and needs at least another 1,939 consultants to meet safe staffing levels and pre-coronavirus levels of demand for imaging; recognises that radiologists are essential to …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th May 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021

Fire and rehire tactics

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House observes the widespread and growing use of fire and rehire tactics by employers over recent months; condemns the actions of a number of companies in threatening staff with termination if reductions to wages and conditions are not agreed to; notes the widespread legal prohibition on such employment …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 15
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
12th March 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 26th April 2021

Support to tackle food waste

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
At end, add "; and furthermore, this House recognises the valuable work of other organisations in the surplus food redistribution sector and acknowledges the benefits of an agile and diverse network, which is able to receive surplus food in the UK in a collaborative manner, and to ensure that surplus …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
13th April 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 15th April 2021

Report of the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities

Tabled by: Diane Abbott (Independent - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House notes that the publication of the report of the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities in March 2021 was met with immense disappointment and frustration by members of Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities across the country, and many racial justice organisations; is deeply concerned that the …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
24th March 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th April 2021

Immigration

Tabled by: Keir Starmer (Labour - Holborn and St Pancras)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Immigration (Guidance on Detention of Vulnerable Persons) Regulations 2021 (S.I., 2021, No. 184), dated 23 February 2021, a copy of which was laid before this House on 25 February 2021, be annulled.
82 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
18th March 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th March 2021

UK-EU veterinary agreement

Tabled by: Stephen Farry (Alliance - North Down)
That this House recognises that the absence of a UK-EU veterinary agreement on sanitary and phytosanitary rules on movements of animals and food products between Great Britain and the EU and between Great Britain and Northern Ireland is creating major barriers for UK food exporters and also significantly contributes to …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd March 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd March 2021

Israeli permit system: children and parents in Gaza

Tabled by: Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool, Riverside)
That this House condemns the inhumane practice of separation of children in Gaza who need medical treatment from outside the Strip from their parents, who are routinely denied accompanier passes by Israel; notes that since January 2018, Physicians for Human Rights Israel has assisted over 130 children including breastfed babies …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th March 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd March 2021

Public Social Partnership for the Disability Employment Gap

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House commends the work of the Public Social Partnership for the Disability Employment Gap led by the Scottish Union of Supported Employment as lead partner; recognises it aims to increase employers’ confidence, awareness and capacity to recruit and retain disabled people in their workforce; notes the innovative ways …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th February 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd March 2021

Cuba and the US blockade

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises that the US blockade of Cuba has cost the Cuban economy billions of dollars, causes shortages in essential services and has been exacerbated by the Trump administration’s designation of Cuba as state sponsor of terrorism – a politically motivated move which intensifies sanctions against the Cuban …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 7
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
22nd March 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd March 2021

100th Anniversary of Andrew Watson’s death

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House commemorates the 100th anniversary of the death of Andrew Watson, the world’s first black footballer who began his football career at Maxwell FC, based at Queen’s Park in Glasgow; notes his subsequent move to Parkgrove FC based at Trinidad Park, adjacent to today’s Ibrox Stadium, alongside Robert …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
8th March 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th March 2021

Uprating of state pensions

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House regrets that over half a million UK pensioners continue to have their pensions frozen as a result of where they live and notes that 90 per cent of those people live in Commonwealth countries with which the UK has strong cultural and historical ties; is further concerned …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
8th March 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th March 2021

Scots language added to Spotify

Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House welcomes Spotify’s lang-owerdue deceesion tae add Scots as yin o its kent leids (welcomes Spotify’s long-overdue decision to add Scots as one of its recognised languages); congratulates singer Iona Fyfe for leading the public campaign for that music giant to make that change; recognises that Scots is …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th May 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th March 2021

UK Veterans and frozen pensions

Tabled by: Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House notes the publication of Broken Faith, Britain’s Forgotten Heroes by the Campaign to End Frozen Pensions, which highlights the continuing injustice of the UK frozen pensions policy which affects over 500,000 UK state pensioners, including an estimated 100,000 military veterans, living in countries that do not have …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2021

Immigration Rules and rough sleepers

Tabled by: Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House is appalled by the Government’s Immigration Rules which came into effect on 1 December 2020 that make rough sleeping grounds for refusing or cancelling someone’s right to remain in the UK; fears that those new immigration rules will push people further away from seeking support and will …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2021

VAT on hair and beauty services

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the significant impact that the Coronavirus pandemic has had on the hairdressing, beauty and holistic service industry; notes that this sector is reported by the British Beauty Council to contribute £9.2bn annually to Britain’s economy, employing a workforce of 288,160 people as hair and beauty practitioners …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
16th December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2021

The work of Refuweegee

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this house recognises the fantastic work of Selina Hales and her team at Refuweegee who have been warmly welcoming refugees to Glasgow since 2015 and have been a vital source of help during the covid-19 pandemic; notes the importance of their service in ensuring that new arrivals can access …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
23rd February 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2021

Family Fund

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House commends Family Fund for their work across the country over the last 48 years; recognises that they have provided over 90,000 grants to families with disabled or seriously ill children over the last year; notes that Family Fund’s aim is to work toward a vision that all …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
10th February 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2021

200th anniversary of Heriot-Watt University

Tabled by: Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House notes that Heriot-Watt University will be celebrating in 2021 the 200th anniversary of its founding roots in 1821; further notes that Heriot-Watt University created the world’s first mechanics’ institute in the heart of Edinburgh; commends Heriot-Watt University on its substantial contribution to Scotland and the world through …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th February 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2021

Removing barriers to education

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House believes removing barriers to education, including ending all forms of violence against children, is crucial to achieving the Government’s goal of ensuring 12 years of quality education for every girl and boy; and further believes that removing barriers to education should be a central theme in the …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
16th November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2021

Demolition of Palestinian homes

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House strongly condemns Israel’s destruction of the entire Palestinian village of Khirbet Hamsa al-Foqa; is appalled that 73 people, including 41 children, have been made homeless in the largest incident of forced displacement in the West Bank for years; notes that 2020 has seen the highest level of …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 23
Independent: 4
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
4th February 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 12th February 2021

Treatment options for multiple sclerosis patients

Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House welcomes the Scottish Medicines Consortium’s approval of ozanimod for Scottish patients with relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis; notes that patients in Scotland will be the first in the UK to have access to this new treatment option; recognises that not all therapies work for all MS patients so …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
8th February 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th February 2021

Intellectual property and covid-19 response

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House considers nobody is safe until we are all safe from covid-19; believes all policy tools should be deployed to address the global crisis around access to covid-19 vaccines, treatments, diagnostics and equipment; notes that the head of the World Health Organization warns we face a catastrophic moral …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
8th February 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 8th February 2021

Scotland Calcutta Cup victory

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scottish national men's rugby union team on their 11-6 victory over England in the opening game of the Six Nations Championship, winning the Calcutta Cup; notes that this is the first victory by a Scotland team at Twickenham since 1983; appreciates the work and dedication …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th February 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 4th February 2021

Zero covid strategy

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this House notes with sadness that the UK has now had more than 100,000 covid-19 deaths, with one of the highest death rates in the world; further notes that the Government's strategy to live with the virus and balance the loss of lives and the economy has led to …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th January 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 29th January 2021

UK-EU travel for touring musicians and performers

Tabled by: Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House condemns the UK Government's failure to secure reciprocal visa-free and frictionless UK/EU travel for touring musicians and performers as part of the Brexit negotiations; notes that such artists have suffered significantly this year as work, touring and related income has largely ceased due to Covid-19; acknowledges the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 29th January 2021

Touring artists after UK’s departure from the EU

Tabled by: John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House recognises the enormous economic and cultural benefit musicians and other touring artists from the EU provide to the UK, and vice versa; further recognises that visa-free travel arrangements are of vital importance to the facilitation of artists touring in other countries; and therefore calls upon the UK …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th January 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 28th January 2021

The gender pension gap

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House expresses concern about the gender pension gap which stands at around 40.3 per cent, more than twice the gender pay gap of 17.3 per cent, representing a differential in pension income of around £7,500 a year; understands that women’s lower average lifetime earnings, as well as the …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th January 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 28th January 2021

Universal credit uplift

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the profound impact that the covid-19 pandemic has had on the economy and the labour market, forcing many to rely on welfare benefits to survive at this difficult time; notes the importance that the temporary uplift to universal credit of £20 per week has played in …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
20th January 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 28th January 2021

Free school meals and child poverty

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the important role that healthy, nutritious meals play in supporting a child’s education and the need to ensure that these meals continue to be available to children throughout the covid-19 pandemic; asserts that access to free school meal provision is an essential tool in tackling the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th January 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th January 2021

Upper Clyde Shipbuilders work-in protest 50th Anniversary

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises that 2021 marks the 50th anniversary of the beginning of the Upper Clyde Shipbuilders (UCS) work-in protest; notes that when faced with the closure of their shipyards due to the Conservative Government refusing to provide financial assistance, workers at the Upper Clyde Shipbuilders inspired their communities, …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th January 2021

EU visa system for touring artists and musicians

Tabled by: Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House notes with concern that while the deal agreed between the UK and the EU provides exemptions to visa rules for certain workers travelling to different European countries, this does not include artists and musicians; understands this will result in artists having to apply for separate visas for …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
30th December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th January 2021

Holocaust Memorial Day 2021

Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2021 the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day marking the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, where an estimated 1.1 million people were murdered; commemorates the six million victims of the Holocaust; further notes that the theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2021 …
97 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 45
Scottish National Party: 30
Conservative: 7
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
17th December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th January 2021

District heating project

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the outstanding technological achievements which have led to Clydebank’s environmentally friendly system being installed which uses water from the River Clyde to heat nearby homes; notes that this heating system is the first large-scale water source heat pump scheme of its kind in Scotland, and will …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
14th January 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2021

Godfrey Colin Cameron

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is deeply saddened by news of the death of Godfrey Colin Cameron, a hardworking member of Parliamentary security staff and member of the PCS trade union who passed away aged just 55 after contracting covid-19; extends our sincere condolences to his devoted wife Hyacinth, children Leon and …
139 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 113
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th January 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2021

Celebrating the work of Scottish Ballet

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House celebrates the creativity of Scottish Ballet who embraced the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic and delivered a truly successful digital Christmas Season over the 2020 festive period; acknowledges the innovation of filmmakers Jessica Wright and Morgann Runacre-Temple in developing the Secret Theatre Christmas Special that brought …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
13th January 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2021

Congratulating George Parsonage of the Glasgow Humane Society

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates George Parsonage on receiving the Special Recognition Award at the Pride of Scotland Awards 2020; recognises the vital work carried out by Mr Parsonage in preserving human life on the waterways of Greater Glasgow and on the advice and education he provides to the general public, …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
13th January 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2021

Seafood exports to the EU

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House notes the additional costs incurred by seafood exporters as a result of Brexit; understands that businesses are now required to meet a number of additional safety standards to transport goods into the European single market; notes the additional administrative burden on exporters alongside the time delay has …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
6th January 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2021

Universal Credit deductions (No. 2)

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that sums deducted from Universal Credit to repay debts, overpayments, and advance payments are a main driver of need for food banks; notes that 41 per cent of Universal Credit claims are subject to deductions averaging £70 per month; notes that after the introduction of a …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
14th January 2021
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2021

Death of Adnan Miyasar, founder member of Fife Arabic Society

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House records its sadness at the death of Adnan Miyasar of Kirkcaldy; expresses its appreciation of his decades of service towards race relations in his adopted home of Fife, in particular through the work of Fife Arabic Society which he helped to found in 2000, as a former …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
30th December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th December 2020

50th anniversary of the Ibrox disaster

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that 2 January 2021 will be the 50th anniversary of the Ibrox disaster which killed 66 people and injured over 200 people; notes that this was the worst football disaster in Britain until the Hillsborough disaster in 1989; notes that all 66 who died on 2 …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
30th December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th December 2020

Future participation in Erasmus+

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House expresses deep regret regarding the UK Government’s decision to withdraw from the Erasmus+ scheme; recognises the importance of Erasmus+ to the many thousands of students and young people who have benefited from the opportunity to live, study and work abroad; notes that EU membership is not a …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
30th December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th December 2020

UK and EU Administrative Defence Agreement

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises that an Administrative Defence Agreement with the EU would allow the Ministry of Defence (MOD) transparency on the defence projects and activities of the EU, giving the MOD maximum notice, visibility and details on which to base its decisions on participation in specific projects and programmes; …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
30th December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th December 2020

Scottish fishing and the effects of the UK-EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement

Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House notes that the UK-EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement ties UK fishing fleets into a continuing Common Fisheries Policy with quotas of total allowable catch being allocated through agreement with the EU which will mean decreasing allowable catches for Scottish boats; further notes that any termination of the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Alba Party: 1
17th December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th December 2020

Fatma's Waltz for the Beatson Cancer Charity

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates all those involved in the launch of Fatma's Waltz, a specially-composed piece of music, performed and recorded by 28 artists from Scotland and around the world, with the aim of raising over £5000 for the Glasgow-based Beatson Cancer Charity; notes that the unique and uplifting piece …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
10th June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 17th December 2020

Judge-led public inquiry into the Horizon scandal

Tabled by: Kevan Jones (Labour - North Durham)
That this House recognises the life-changing injustices experienced by subpostmasters throughout the Horizon scandal; notes with the deepest sadness that subpostmasters have served custodial sentences and suffered bankruptcy for offences they did not commit; recognises the role of the Government in prolonging this crisis through not fulfilling their role of …
151 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 67
Scottish National Party: 43
Liberal Democrat: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Independent: 8
Conservative: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
7th December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2020

Levels of statutory sick pay

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this House notes that for a test, trace and isolate system to be effective, people must be able to afford to isolate when required to do so; notes that the current level of Statutory Sick Pay is forcing many people to choose between having enough money to live on …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
20th July 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th December 2020

Early pay rise for NHS staff

Tabled by: Paula Barker (Labour - Liverpool, Wavertree)
That this House recognises the extraordinary commitment and sacrifice of NHS staff throughout the covid-19 outbreak; believes that the depth of public gratitude for this work must now be reflected in what the Government does next for NHS staff; notes that as it stands, NHS staff must wait until 2021 …
106 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
1st December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020

Gryffe High School named Sunday Times Scottish state school of the year

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Gryffe High School which has been named The Sunday Times Scottish State School of the Year by Parent Power, The Sunday Times School Guide; commends the leadership of Head Teacher Colin Johnson and the hard work of teaching and support staff across the school; praises the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020

Scientists, researchers and clinicians developing treatment, testing and vaccines for covid-19

Tabled by: Olivia Blake (Labour - Sheffield, Hallam)
That this House celebrates and commends the international efforts of thousands of scientists, researchers and clinicians from across the globe in developing treatment, testing and vaccines for covid-19.
45 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
1st December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020

Independence Day in Finland

Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House recognises and celebrates Independence Day on 6 December 2020 with the people of Finland, a thriving, prosperous and successful country within the European Union, who gained their independence from Russia in 1917; and commends their democratic Government and acknowledges their innovative programmes for homelessness, healthcare and social …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020

University of Glasgow awarded Times Higher Education University of the Year 2020

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the University of Glasgow on being named University of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards on 26th November 2020; recognises that this is in recognition of the University’s work to redress its historic links to slavery through a reparative justice programme, which included the …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020

VAT Retail Export Scheme

Tabled by: Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House expresses its concern at the Government's decision to abolish the VAT Retail Export Scheme, otherwise known as tax-free shopping, from 1 January 2021 with inaccurate determinations having been made of the impact of that decision; acknowledges that since that decision was announced, businesses have been facing the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 11
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
4th February 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020

Use of the whip in British horseracing

Tabled by: Chris Evans (Labour (Co-op) - Islwyn)
That this House notes that racehorses are routinely beaten with a whip under rules set by the industry's regulatory body, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) which sanctions this violent treatment in order that jockeys may, as it is claimed, encourage racehorses to improve their chances of winning, even though evidence …
96 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 29
Liberal Democrat: 10
Conservative: 5
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
1st December 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 1st December 2020

Effect of covid-19 on disabled people and employment

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Disability Discrimination Act, an important step towards equality for people with disabilities; recognises the disproportionate impact of the covid-19 pandemic on disabled people; notes with concern that 71 per cent of disabled people employed in March have been impacted by loss …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
30th November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st December 2020

Small Business Saturday

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House welcomes Small Business Saturday 2020 on the 5 December; notes that this successful, grassroots campaign, which highlights small business success and encourages consumers to shop local and support small businesses in their communities is now in its eighth year in the UK with a record 17.6 million …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
30th November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st December 2020

International Volunteers Day

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises International Volunteers Day on 5 December 2020; welcomes this day as an opportunity to celebrate volunteers, promote volunteerism and recognise volunteer contributions; and further recognises and pays thanks to the many volunteers who have been at the forefront of medical, community and societal responses throughout the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 30th November 2020

Immediate return of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and Anoosheh Ashoori to the UK

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House condemns the unjust imprisonment of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and Anoosheh Ashoori; notes the unfair sentencing of Anoosheh to 12 years imprisonment and summoning of Nazanin to court yet again; recognises the difficult and dangerous conditions that Nazanin is facing by being confined to remaining within 300 metres of …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 30th November 2020

WASPI women

Tabled by: George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes with great concern the continuing unfair treatment of WASPI women; further notes that many of the women concerned had no prior notice that their pensionable age and eligibility was to be pushed back; draws attention to the ongoing injustice of the situation which has placed many …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
25th November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2020

The 0.7 per cent overseas aid commitment

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House expresses concern and condemnation of any attempt by the Government to reduce aid spending by ending the UK’s commitment to spend 0.7 per cent of Gross National Income (GNI) on Overseas Development Assistance; notes that the 0.7 per cent target was adopted by the UN General Assembly …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 19th November 2020

Closure of suicide forums

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this house notes with sadness the death of Joe Nihill, a popular young man and former army cadet from Whinmoor in East Leeds who, following three bereavements, tragically took his life at 23 years old after accessing online forums that encourage suicide; is concerned that these forums, which contain …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 19th November 2020

Entry into force of Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the United Nations adopted the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons in 2017; welcomes confirmation that 50 countries have now ratified this historic agreement which will enter into force in January 2021; further notes that upon entering into force the Treaty will ban nuclear …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 23
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th November 2020

White Ribbon Day 2020

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises White Ribbon Day 2020 which takes place on Wednesday 25 November; notes that this is a day for people to stand up, speak out and say no to violence against women; further recognises the significance of this day during a year which has seen an increase …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 16th November 2020

Scotland and the Euro 2020

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scottish National Men’s Team for their qualification to Euro 2020; welcomes the team qualifying for their first major finals tournament since World Cup 1998; notes that the team have now gone nine games unbeaten, with that streak beginning in October 2019; praises David Marshall for …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2020

Unionlearn

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the exemplary and invaluable role played by Unionlearn in helping people acquire skills and qualifications to boost their job prospects and make a valuable contribution to the economy; applauds Unionlearn for aiding hundreds of thousands of learners at all levels, from basic numeracy and literacy to …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 57
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 9th November 2020

Campaign for a real living wage

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House welcomes Living Wage Week and the PCS Union campaign for a real living wage for their members working on outsourced Government facilities management contracts; applauds these front line key workers who have continued to work throughout the pandemic making workplaces safe and secure despite being some of …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 18
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
21st October 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 9th November 2020

Psoriasis Awareness Week 2020

Tabled by: Edward Leigh (Conservative - Gainsborough)
That this House notes that Psoriasis Awareness Week takes place between 29 October and 4 November 2020; recognises the vital work of the Psoriasis Association in continuing to provide information, support and help to all those affected by psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis during the covid-19 pandemic; further notes that this …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
3rd November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020

Universal Basic Income pilots

Tabled by: Beth Winter (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House acknowledges that the current system of social security provision in the UK is not sufficient to provide financial security nor protect public health during the covid-19 outbreak; asserts that the provision of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) would establish a targeted system with no gaps and an …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 20
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
4th November 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2020

Duty and tax-free shopping

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes the recent Government consultation on the continuation of duty and tax-free shopping for visitors from outside the EU, including the published summary of responses which indicated a majority of respondents supported the continuation of the VAT Retail Export Scheme (VAT RES) and the airside Extra Statutory …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd October 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 2nd November 2020

United Nations Day on 24 October 2020

Tabled by: Stephen Farry (Alliance - North Down)
That this House joins in celebrating United Nations Day on 24 October 2020, marking the 75th anniversary of the United Nations Charter coming into effect; acknowledges the significant contributions made by the United Nations Organisation and the other agencies of the United Nations System to international peace and security, humanitarian …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
21st October 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 22nd October 2020

1st Battalion The Highlanders' Guinness World Record

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates the 1st Battalion The Highlanders for setting a new Guinness World Record for most attendees to complete a mental health course in 24 hours to mark World Mental Health Day; recognises that a total of 45 members from the area took part in the course, alongside …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st October 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 22nd October 2020

Scottish Poppy Appeal 2020

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the excellent work of Poppy Scotland through the Scottish Poppy Appeal which runs annually from 26 October to 11 November; further recognises that the Scottish Poppy Appeal is Poppy Scotland’s largest fundraising campaign; acknowledges the importance of that appeal in paying tribute to the millions of …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th October 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th October 2020

All In One Education

Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates newly formed charity All In One Education on gaining membership of the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations and achieving charitable status; notes the charity is formed of teachers, campaigners, university and cultural professionals who have come together from across Scotland to address the lack of intersectional …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2020

The Nourish charity

Tabled by: Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises the tremendous support offered to parents of children with additional support needs by Nourish, a charity set up by parents in Kirkcaldy to bring together families affected by disability, supplying information and links with other organisations as well as preventing isolation by providing an inclusive space …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
14th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 8th October 2020

Suspension of income requirements for family visas

Tabled by: Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House notes that there are thousands of couples and families who are currently separated, or at imminent risk of becoming separated, due to restrictive income requirements for British nationals and settled residents wishing to be joined in the UK by a partner from outside the EEA; welcomes the …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
5th October 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th October 2020

Black History Month and the British Hotel and the Scots Jamaican Nurse Mary Seacole

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes October is Black History Month; welcomes the opportunity to highlight some of those people largely forgotten in history but who have made a significant contribution nonetheless; celebrates the tale of Scots Jamaican nurse Mary Seacole who set up her own convalescent home named The British Hotel, …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th October 2020

The global wildlife trade and prevention of future zoonotic pandemics

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

Enable young people with learning disabilities to access their own money

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes that the first Child Trust Funds, established 18 years ago, are being paid out to recipients this month; notes that many young people will receive upwards of £1,000 at an important time in their lives; expresses concern that no mechanism has been put in place to …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
1st October 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th October 2020

Problem drug use

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House is appalled by the number of people dying from drug related deaths in the UK; welcomes the reports of the Scottish Affairs and Health Select Committees following their separate inquiries; supports the presentation of the Problem Drug Use Bill; notes that its implementation would ensure the drugs …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
30th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 1st October 2020

Black History Month 2020

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes that October is Black History Month and welcomes the many events and initiatives across these islands to mark it; resolves to encourage every single person living on these islands to take advantage of all events being online to raise their own awareness of the equal contribution …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 1st October 2020

Challenge Poverty Week: 5 to 11 October 2020

Tabled by: David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House celebrates the important work being undertaken by the Poverty Alliance during their Challenge Poverty Week; supports the various events taking place across Scotland to end the stigma around poverty and build awareness for solutions to poverty; and commits to advocating for those affected by poverty to ensure …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
17th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Sunday 20th September 2020

Ban on goods produced by state-sponsored forced labour

Tabled by: Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House welcomes the United States Department of Home Security issuing five Withhold Release Orders which will ban the import of products from the People’s Republic of China produced with state-sponsored forced labour in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region where the Chinese Communist Party government is engaged in systematic …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
10th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th September 2020

Weaponisation of water in Syria.

Tabled by: Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House is deeply concerned that Turkey has shut down the Alouk Water Station which supplies water to 460000 civilians in an area of North East Syria known as the Autonomous Administration of North East Syria (AANES); notes that Turkish forces took over the Alouk Water Station in October …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th September 2020

Auchengeich Mining Disaster

Tabled by: Steven Bonnar (Scottish National Party - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House acknowledges that Friday 18 September 2020 is the 61st anniversary of the Auchengeich Mining disaster; respectfully remembers the 47 men who lost their lives after a fault with equipment caused a fire in the mine; further remembers that 41 women were widowed by this tragedy, and 67 …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th September 2020

Statutory sick pay (No. 2)

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House recognises that the covid-19 pandemic has highlighted that statutory sick pay (SSP) of £95.80 per week is not enough to live on, and that nearly two million low-paid part-time or zero hours workers are excluded from any sick pay at all; is gravely concerned that this situation …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
8th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2020

Researching and supporting people with long Covid-19 symptoms

Tabled by: Andrew Gwynne (Labour - Denton and Reddish)
That this House recognises that around 10 per cent of people experience prolonged illness after covid-19 and calls upon the Government to urgently collect and regularly report on the number of those living with long covid by following up on those with confirmed or clinical diagnoses of covid-19; notes that …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2020

Employment practices on redundancy and rehiring

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes with alarm the growing number of employers, especially in the retail, hospitality and aviation sectors, who are making employees redundant before re-employing them on less-favourable terms and conditions; believes that these employers are cynically using the covid-19 crisis as cover to reduce staff costs at a …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2020

Post-Covid-19 support

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House is concerned that many individuals who contracted covid-19 are continuing to be affected by the virus many months after their initial infection; notes that these post-viral symptoms can include: extreme fatigue, dizziness, severe headaches and muscular pain, inability to concentrate and post-exertional malaise; further notes that exercise …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
7th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th September 2020

Contribution to the community of the Girvan Soup Group

Tabled by: Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House acknowledges the outstanding work of the The Girvan Soup Group; originating as a simple idea of making a pot or two of soup for elderly neighbours at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, expanded to provided homemade soup, bread, homemade cakes and other sweet treats to vulnerable, …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2020

Brain tumour awareness and research

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House calls for an increase in both awareness of and research into brain tumours; notes that this type of cancer presently receives less than 3 per cent of the UK’s cancer research budget despite being the biggest cancer killer of children and adults under 40; specifically recognises the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2020

Funding for charity medical research

Tabled by: Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Streatham)
That this House notes that charities play a vital role in funding medical research for many chronic conditions and life-threatening illnesses; further notes that the covid-19 outbreak has placed a financial strain on the charity sector which has seen a reduction in donations during the outbreak; acknowledges the importance of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2020

Protection of retail workers

Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House recognises the need to protect our retail workers; further recognises that retail workers are too often subjected to abuse, threat and assault; acknowledges the difficulties of hardworking retail employees such as residents in the constituency of Harlow, who have faced this behaviour; notes that retail workers have …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
2nd September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2020

Ban on sample sachets

Tabled by: Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion)
That this House notes that globally personal care companies produce some 120 billion plastic sachets each year; recognises these samples of shampoo, moisturiser and fragrance placed end-to-end would stretch to the moon 27 times over; recognises that these sachets are completely non-recyclable and will almost always end up in the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th September 2020

World Suicide Prevention Day

Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House marks Thursday the 10th of September 2020 as World Suicide Prevention Day; notes with worry that suicide rates in the UK are increasing; further notes with extreme concern that suicide is the leading cause of death in young people in the UK, with young men and LGBT+ …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
1st September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th September 2020

Reinstatement of IKEA shop steward Richie Venton

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House condemns the sacking of IKEA Glasgow USDAW Shop Steward and convenor Richie Venton for carrying out his duties as an elected workers' representative who sought to prevent hardship, while protecting workers' health during the ongoing covid-19 pandemic; notes Mr Venton opposed IKEA's plans to remove wages from …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 14
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd September 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2020

Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House expresses profound alarm at the climate and ecological emergency, with wildfires raging in California, and ice sheets in Greenland and Antarctica melting in line with worst case scenario predictions for sea level rise according to a study by the University of Leeds and the Danish Meteorological Institute; …
92 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd September 2020
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Protecting and valuing whistleblowers

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises that the Public Interest Disclosure Act (1998) does not provide a sufficient degree of protection for employees who ‘whistleblow‘ or raise concerns with their employers, whether in public service or private business, when they identify a risk to personal safety, the environment or of fraud, particularly …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd July 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2020

Trophy hunting imports

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House notes the strong cross-party support for EDM 50, 2019-20 welcoming the public consultation on the controls on the import and export of hunting trophies; further notes that the consultation on banning trophy hunting imports ended in February 2020; supports the view of the coalition of animal charities …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
21st July 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2020

Universal credit assessment period regulations

Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House condemns the Government’s cruel universal credit assessment period regulations which result in people who are paid every four weeks rather than every calendar month being penalised; notes that as a result of those regulations the Department for Work and Pensions sometimes disqualifies an individual from receiving universal …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th March 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2020

The use of live animals for warfare experiments

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

Tabled by: Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House celebrates World Breastfeeding Week 2020 and in so doing applauds the work done by the volunteer run service, Breast Buddies, managed by Voluntary Action Angus, and the support they provide in Angus and the surrounding area; values the evidence based information they compile for hundreds of local …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th March 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2020

Real fur imports

Tabled by: Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House urges the Government to introduce legislation to ban the imports and sales of real fur products; notes that the UK has long banned the main methods of fur so-called production, namely leg-hold trapping and fur factory farming, due to their inherent cruelty; believes that, in view of …
140 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 61
Scottish National Party: 39
Liberal Democrat: 11
Conservative: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
8th July 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2020

25th anniversary of Srebrenica genocide

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that from 5 to 12 July 2020 the UK will mark the 25th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide where over 8,000 Bosnian Muslim men and boys were murdered in and around Srebrenica by Bosnian Serb forces with a number of activities being held across the country; …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th July 2020
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Restoration of online democracy and equal rights for MPs

Tabled by: Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House believes that the decision to discontinue the ability of elected MPs to participate remotely in parliamentary debates, bill committees and by electronic voting is unlawful and discriminatory because it means that up to 250 elected MPs, who are clinically shielded to protect themselves or their families from …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
7th July 2020
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Scotland’s response to the Coronavirus pandemic

Tabled by: Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House notes the widely acknowledged and continuing success of the Scottish Government’s public health measures in driving down coronavirus related infection and mortality rates; recognises the continuing need for responsible observation of behaviours that limit the spread of the virus and help keep everyone safe; pays tribute to …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
7th July 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2020

Conduct of the Prime Minister

Tabled by: Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House notes the disparaging and derisory comments made by the Prime Minister during Prime Minister’s Questions on 1 July 2020 in relation to Scotland’s coronavirus public health planning; rejects the Prime Minister’s inaccurate description of the Scottish Government as an administration; further rejects in the strongest of terms …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
1st July 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2020

Merger of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and the Department for International Development

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes the vital contribution the Department for International Development (DfID) has made to eradicating global poverty, combatting the climate crisis and addressing gender inequality; expresses concern at the proposed merger of DfID with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and the way in which the announcement was made …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
1st July 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2020

Abolishing the Department for Work and Pensions' six month rule

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises that it has been one year since the all-party Parliamentary group on Terminal Illness published its report on the legal definition of terminal illness; condemns the rules of the Department for Work and Pensions which mean that benefits are only fast-tracked if a terminally ill person …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd July 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2020

Assessing the feasibility of citizens’ basic income pilots in Scotland

Tabled by: Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House notes the recent publication of the report entitled Assessing the Feasibility of Citizens’ Basic Income Pilots in Scotland which presents comprehensive and detailed research into the feasibility of a citizens’ basic income pilot in Scotland; further notes that it has been developed by a successful collaboration of …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
30th June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2020

Intelligence and Security Committee Report on alleged Russian interference in UK Democracy

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House calls on the Government to urgently reinstate the Intelligence and Security Committee so that it can publish the delayed report on alleged Russian Interference in UK democracy; notes that this is the longest period following an election that the Intelligence and Security Committee has gone without being …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 9
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
29th June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2020

Global distribution of covid-19 vaccine on the basis of need

Tabled by: John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House recognises the importance of ensuring that, upon their discovery, treatments and vaccines for covid-19 are shared equitably around the world; highlights that any potential vaccine should be made available to all internationally on the basis of need; notes that in advance of the discovery of a vaccine …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
30th June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st July 2020

Reinstatement of benefit sanctions

Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House believes that the decision to reinstate benefit sanctions in the middle of a health and economic crisis is a profoundly callous step; further believes that this is an ideologically driven, punitive measure which simply adds to the stress and anxiety for people who are already facing hard …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
29th June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th June 2020

Child Maintenance

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House notes the £354 million of arrears owed to families under the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) with just £31 million having been collected through enforcement action in the latest quarter; futher notes that 43 per cent of cases under Collect and Pay arrangements are not receiving any maintenance; …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2020

Teaching of British colonial history in schools

Tabled by: John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House calls for the teaching of British colonial history in school curricula across the UK; recognises that much of Britain's wealth was built upon brutal suppression and the embedding of racism and division across the world; that great cities such as Glasgow, Liverpool and Bristol were built upon …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
18th June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd June 2020

Imminent execution of Zuhair Ibrahim Jasim Abdullah and Hussein Abdullah Khalil Rashid in Bahrain

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House views with grave concern the decision taken by Bahrain’s Court of Cassation on 15 June 2020 to uphold the death sentences of Zuhair Ibrahim Jasim Abdullah and Hussein Abdullah Khalil Rashid; notes with alarm that neither man was allowed to attend their final appeal hearing and deeply …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th June 2020

Merger of the Department for International Development with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House strongly condemns the merger of the Department for International Development with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
59 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
4th May 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2020

Protect offshore jobs

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned about the crisis facing the oil and gas sector as a result of covid-19; notes that the price of oil is now just over $20 per barrel compared with over $70 per barrel this time last year; fears that this low price of oil could …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th June 2020
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The front page of The Sun newspaper on Friday 12 June 2020

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes with disgust the front page of The Sun newspaper on Friday 12 June 2020; believes that it is irresponsible to give such a prominent platform to unrepentant accounts of domestic violence; further believes that the media has an important role to play in combating domestic abuse …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
3rd June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2020

Fuel poverty

Tabled by: Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House commends the Minister for Business, Energy, and Clean Growth’s decision to spread the distribution costs of electric energy to Shetland across the whole of the UK; acknowledges that both the telecoms and gas networks have dominant suppliers yet the distribution costs are shared equally by their customers …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jun 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Alba Party: 1
3rd June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 11th June 2020

Local access to energy grid

Tabled by: Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes that SSE is the incumbent energy supplier to the far north; further notes that communities are unable to sell clean, renewable energy that they generate to local people; acknowledges that this is blocking the remarkable potential for new community energy companies to emerge across the country …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
3rd June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th June 2020

US civil protests and UK supply of police equipment

Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House condemns the violent rhetoric used by US President Donald Trump in response to protests over the killing of George Floyd and racial injustice; urges the Government to express this strength of feeling in the strongest terms publicly and to their US counterparts; and calls on the Government …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
9th June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2020

The future of regional connectivity

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House expresses concern at the future of regional connectivity in the wake of the collapse of Flybe and the impact of the covid-19 pandemic; notes that regional airports saw up to 90 per cent of flights cancelled following the withdrawal of Flybe operations; understands that the pandemic has …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2020

Rolls-Royce Inchinnan redundancies

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House condemns the plans by Rolls-Royce to axe 3,000 jobs across its UK sites, including 700 in Inchinnan; commends the workforce at Inchinnan for their world-leading expertise and craft in aerospace engineering as demonstrated over years of operation at Inchinnan; notes that Rolls-Royce has used the taxpayer-funded Coronavirus …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
3rd June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2020

Eighth anniversary of the Istanbul Convention

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that 8 June 2020 marks the eighth anniversary of the UK Government signing the Istanbul Convention on the protection of women and girls from violence; welcomes the Convention’s ratification by 33 of the original signatories including the UK's friends and neighbours in Ireland; recognises the work …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 5
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th June 2020
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80th anniversary of 51st Highland Division at St Valery

Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House remembers the capture of 10,000 men of the 51st Highland Division taken prisoner near St Valery en Caux near Le Havre, 6 days after the Dunkirk evacuations after being attached to French defence forces, facing the onslaught of the invading Germans; remembers those that tragically lost their …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd June 2020

The Black Lives Matter campaign

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House supports the Black Lives Matter campaign.
67 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th May 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2020

Skyrora and UK's first rocket launch test in 50 years

Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Midlothian based Skyrora Ltd on completing the UK’s first ground rocket test in Scotland in 50 years; commends its work in making the UK ready for launching rockets into space after its team successfully built a mobile launch complex and completed a full static fire test …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
2nd June 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2020

Dominic Cummings

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls on the Prime Minister to seek the immediate resignation of his chief adviser, Mr Dominic Cummings; notes with concern the damage Mr Cummings' breach of clear lockdown rules during the Covid-19 pandemic has done to public health advice and public confidence in it; further notes that …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
2nd June 2020
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Eviction of Palestinian family from East Jerusalem

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House strongly condemns the ongoing attempts of the Jewish National Fund (KKL-JNF) to evict the Sumarin family from their home in East Jerusalem; recognises this within a broader context of the Israeli government’s efforts to demographically alter the population of Jerusalem, and the controversial use of Israel’s Absentee …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
13th May 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 14th May 2020

Rebel Tongue

Tabled by: Stephen Flynn (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House welcomes the production of the television programme Rebel Tongue where the host, Alistair Heather, highlights the importance of the Scots language and showcases its role in modern Scottish life; notes that Scots is one of Scotland’s three official languages with over one and a half million speakers; …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
13th May 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 14th May 2020

CoVent-19 Challenge finalist

Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Ross Hunter, Chief Executive of Midlothian-based firm Armadilla, on becoming the only finalist from the UK in a global challenge to invent a new ventilator to help Covid-19 sufferers; notes that the CoVent-19 Challenge is an open innovation 8-week Grand Challenge for engineers, innovators, designers, and …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th May 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th May 2020

Taxation of businesses

Tabled by: Claire Hanna (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Belfast South)
That this House recognises the impact of the ongoing Covid 19 crisis and the financial strains placed on business; supports vital Government action to safeguard jobs and support businesses during the pandemic; believes all businesses should pay their fair share of tax and recognises that the majority of businesses do; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
11th May 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th May 2020

Sustainable aviation beyond covid-19

Tabled by: Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House recognises the importance of the aviation industry to the national and regional economies of the UK; acknowledges the aviation industry's efforts to achieve sustainability and specifically its goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050 in line with the Government's overall target for the UK; acknowledges the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th May 2020
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Proposed Israeli annexation of part of the West Bank

Tabled by: Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith)
That this House notes with concern the plans of the new Israeli coalition government to annex part of the occupied West Bank; further notes that Israeli legislation can progress from 1 July 2020 to carry out such an annexation; highlights that any such annexation of territory occupied in 1967 is …
87 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 31
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
30th April 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th May 2020

Scotland's Public Commemorations of the 75th Anniversary of VE Day

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House notes that Scotland’s public commemorations of the 75th anniversary of VE Day will be held online on 8 May; understands that due to the ongoing covid-19 pandemic, plans for the landmark anniversary – which were to include a parade, public concert and reception – will now take …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 13 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
30th April 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th May 2020

British Airways job cuts

Tabled by: Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this Parliament calls on British Airways and other airlines to not use the covid-19 outbreak as an opportunity to reduce jobs and employees' terms and conditions; asks them instead to explore all the funding options available to maintain the sustainability of jobs as part of an overall plan for …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 18
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 4
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
29th April 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th May 2020

Twelve month support for tourism

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this house notes that hospitality and the UK tourism industry are among the hardest hit by the necessary social distancing policies in place during the covid-19 outbreak; further notes that 80 per cent of workers in the hotel and food industries are furloughed and up to a third may …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
4th May 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th May 2020

Price Gouging

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House applauds the excellent work of consumer organisation Which? in its investigations into price-gouging during the Covid19 crisis; is deeply concerned with the recent trend of unreasonable hikes in the prices of essential items by online retailers due to the covid-19 pandemic, a practice known as price gouging; …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 18 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
4th May 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th May 2020

Universal Credit, Maternity Allowance & SMP

Tabled by: Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House is deeply concerned by the different treatment of Maternity Allowance and Statutory Maternity Pay by the Department of Work and Pensions in the calculation of Universal Credit awards, with Statutory Maternity Pay being treated as earned income and largely disregarded under the work allowance and 63 per …
119 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 46
Scottish National Party: 39
Liberal Democrat: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
21st April 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th April 2020

Creation of a new bank holiday

Tabled by: Colum Eastwood (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House recognises the contribution, work and sacrifice of all who work in the National Health Service, in other blue light services, key sectors and those selflessly volunteering during the COVID-19 crisis, many of whom are working night and day; and calls on the Government to recognise this contribution …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
27th April 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 27th April 2020

Centenary of the birth of Scots poet Edwin Morgan

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House celebrates the centenary of the birth of Edwin Morgan, considered one of Scotland's greatest poets, who was born on 27 April 1920; recognises that he was named the first Scots Makar in 2004, first Glasgow Poet Laureate inn 1999, and recipient of the Queen's Gold Medal for …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
27th April 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 24th April 2020

Consumer rights and the long term sustainability of the travel industry

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises that this is a time of unprecedented challenge for the travel industry; is deeply concerned that an investigation by consumer rights organisation Which? has found that all of the UK’s 20 largest travel operators and airlines are openly breaking the law by delaying refunds for cancelled …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
23rd April 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd April 2020

Support for our local press during covid-19

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House calls on the Government to introduce a package of support to aid local newspapers who are facing an unprecedented crisis caused by the covid-19 pandemic; recognises the key role local newspapers play in our communities; acknowledges that despite this important service, and the hard work of staff …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 4
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd April 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd April 2020

World Health Organisation preconditions for lifting covid-19 lockdowns: test, trace and isolate

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that one of the World Health Organisation's six preconditions for lifting lockdowns includes the capacity to detect, test, isolate and treat every case and trace every contact; is deeply concerned that this precondition is not reflected in the Government’s five tests for exiting lockdown and believes …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
21st April 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th April 2020

100th birthday of war veteran Jack Ransom

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House celebrates the 100th birthday of Largs resident and war veteran Jack Ransom, on 15th April, the celebrations for which had to be cancelled due to the Coronavirus outbreak; is aware that Jack’s life began in London before he moved to Scotland, a country for which he has …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
16th March 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 19th March 2020

Temporary universal basic income

Tabled by: Kevin Brennan (Labour - Cardiff West)
That this House calls on the Government to introduce a temporary universal basic income or an emergency measure to help freelancers and the self-employed effected by the covid-19 outbreak.
100 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
18th March 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th March 2020

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

Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House celebrates the forthcoming 75th anniversary on 28 March 2020 of the Blinded Veterans Association of America and recognises its close and developing partnership with Blind Veterans UK, formerly known as St Dunstan’s, in the area of research into sight loss; acknowledges the unique value of the proposed …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 15
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
11th March 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th March 2020

War widows pensions

Tabled by: Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House honours and recognises the sacrifices that our veterans and their families make; notes the particular sacrifices that the partners of veterans make and the consequences for them of tragically losing a spouse or partner serving in the armed forces; notes the changes announced in 2014 which allowed …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th February 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 16th March 2020

Permanent Funding for the National Wildlife Crime Unit

Tabled by: John Spellar (Labour - Warley)
That this House notes the success of the UK National Wildlife Crime Unit through its intelligence-led role in the prevention and detection of crimes relating to a wide range of wildlife issues; recognises that the unit provides specialist skills, knowledge and expertise to the Police, UK Border Force, HM Revenue …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 8
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alliance: 1
2nd March 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2020

Home Office ruling and the adverse impact on non-EU players

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House is concerned by reports that changes by the Home Office to Tier 4 visa regulations have adversely impacted many teams in the Scottish Women’s Premier League and potentially those in other sports; notes the changes have resulted in non-EU international students already studying in the UK now …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd March 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2020

Television coverage of Six Nations tournament

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes with concern that Six Nations organisers have refused to rule out the possibility of the tournament going behind a £300 million pay per view paywall in 2022 following the start of a new broadcast rights period; believes that by ruling out joint bids by terrestrial broadcasters …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 4
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th February 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 27th February 2020

International law and trade with illegal Israeli settlements

Tabled by: Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith)
That this House recognises the publication of the UN’s database of companies operating in Israeli settlements; acknowledges that all Israeli settlements are illegal and that the transfer of a civilian population to an occupied territory is a war crime under international law; notes that complicity in war crimes is a …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
19th December 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 24th February 2020

IR35 review and off-payroll tax roll-out to private sector

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes with concern the previous Government’s plans to extend the off-payroll (IR35) changes to the private sector, despite the damage that this has done to the public sector including the NHS; further notes that the off-payroll tax means a 14.3 per cent extra cost on UK business …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th February 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 13th February 2020

Removal of free TV licences for over-75s

Tabled by: John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House supports the urgent reversal of the decision to make over-75s pay for TV licences; notes with concern that over 240,000 households in Scotland could be hit by the decision; further notes that 73 per cent of households in Scotland with someone aged over 75 could have their …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
10th February 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th February 2020

Sue Ryder bereavement campaign

Tabled by: Carolyn Harris (Labour - Swansea East)
That this House notes with concern the poor mental health, including feelings of depression and anxiety, experienced by nearly half of people after a bereavement as revealed in Sue Ryder’s recent survey; notes that this is partly a result of a lack of conversation in society around grief with a …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
9th January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 10th February 2020

Ban on trophy hunting imports

Tabled by: Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House welcomes the Government's public consultation on controls on the import and export of hunting trophies; notes the strong cross-party support for EDM 1829, Session 2017-19 and that 86 per cent of the British public support an end to trophy hunting; further notes that most UK trophy imports …
168 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 77
Scottish National Party: 42
Conservative: 17
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
30th January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 10th February 2020

Universal credit and state pension transition

Tabled by: Mark Tami (Labour - Alyn and Deeside)
This House notes that a claimant of universal credit that is approaching state pension age may be subject to nine weeks without income between the end of universal credit and the first payment of the state pension if they are not eligible for pension credit; further notes that that period …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
6th February 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 6th February 2020

Sam Macartney

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the life and work of Sam Macartney, a UNISON activist for 35 years, who died on the 24 January 2020; recognises his work as a Senior Steward within Glasgow’s learning disability day care services, and the Conditions of Service Officer within the Glasgow City Branch of …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th February 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th February 2020

Assessing the effect of the increase in the state pension age on women born in the 1950s

Tabled by: Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House believes that the Government has for over two decades failed women born in the 1950s who were not properly informed of the changes that were made to their state pension age due to equalisation brought on by the Pensions Act 1995; regrets that the Government only began …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 40
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
27th January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 3rd February 2020

Professor Mercedes Maroto-Valer appointed UK Decarbonisation Champion

Tabled by: Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House congratulates Professor Mercedes Maroto-Valer, Associate Principal (Global Sustainability) at Heriot-Watt University, on her appointment as the UK’s Decarbonisation Champion by UK Research and Innovation; notes that Mercedes Maroto-Valer will work with industry and leading experts to develop a proposal to decarbonise the UK economy by 2050; understands …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
20th January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 3rd February 2020

Providing financial restitution to 1950s women

Tabled by: Paula Barker (Labour - Liverpool, Wavertree)
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 …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
29th January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 29th January 2020

Prestwick wins Scottish Champion High Street

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates the shops, businesses and residents of Prestwick on the town being named as Scottish Champion High Street at the Great British High Street Awards; and commends the community involvement in projects such as Prestfest Music Festival, The Community Garden and Dementia Friendly Prestwick which make Prestwick …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 29th January 2020

River Garden project wins Scottish EDGE social enterprise competition

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates the whole team from Independence from Drugs and Alcohol Scotland on their residential recovery centre, River Garden, at Auchincruive winning the Scottish EDGE social enterprise competition; and looks forward to them putting the £40,000 funding to good use in developing the River Café, restoring the garden …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
13th January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th January 2020

Young Carers Awareness Day

Tabled by: Paul Blomfield (Labour - Sheffield Central)
That this House supports Young Carers Awareness Day, led by Carers Trust, which takes place on 30 January 2020; recognises the importance of young carers, who include as many as 1 in 5 children and young people in the UK; highlights the challenges faced by young carers and the negative …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 27th January 2020

Holocaust Memorial Day 2020

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2020 the UK will observe the 15th International Holocaust Remembrance Day since its adoption by the United Nations General Assembly; further notes that International Holocaust Remembrance Day takes place on 27 January to mark the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, which …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd January 2020

Scotland's representation in the European Parliament

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls on the Minister for the Cabinet Office to take immediate steps to ensure the relevant Scottish National Party candidate is appointed to take the place in the European Parliament vacated by the hon. Member for Stirling on his election to this House; notes that Scotland returned …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
20th January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 20th January 2020

Benarty Fundraisers Splash 4 Cash 2020

Tabled by: Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House congratulates Benarty Fundraisers on organising another successful Splash 4 Cash event on New Year's Day 2020; notes that the annual event involves members of the local community having a dip in the waters of Loch Ore within Lochore Meadows Country Park, known locally as The Meedies on …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 20th January 2020

Adequacy of British assistance to reduce death sentences and torture in Bahrain

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House strongly condemns the Government of Bahrain’s increased use of capital punishment, including the recent re-imposition of death sentences against dissidents, Mohammed Ramadhan and Husain Moosa; is concerned that that their sentences were based heavily on confessions extracted under torture and that the prosecution failed to present any …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 4
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
8th January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week

Tabled by: Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House supports Cervical Cancer Prevention Week from 20 to 26 January 2020; welcomes the fact that cervical screening prevents 75 per cent of cervical cancers from developing and the HPV vaccine protects against 70 per cent of cervical cancers; is concerned that more than one in four women …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
13th January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th January 2020

Suspension of NHS charges for maternity care

Tabled by: Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House is deeply concerned by the growing body of evidence, including research reports by Doctors of the World, Maternity Action and the British Medical Association, that the NHS England overseas visitors charging regime is deterring vulnerable migrant women living in the UK from seeking essential maternity care; is …
101 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 54
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
9th January 2020
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th January 2020

Andrew Hughes Hallett

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House is saddened by the death of economist Andrew Hughes Hallett who passed away at home on 31 December 2019, surrounded by family after a long fight with cancer; notes Andrew held positions at universities including Strathclyde, St Andrews, George Mason, Princeton and Harvard; further notes his practical …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th October 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2019

Dunoon Grammar School, European Enterprise School of the Year 2019

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates all the staff and pupils of Dunoon Grammar School on being awarded the title European Enterprise School of the Year for 2019 at a ceremony in Helsinki, Finland; notes that this award recognises best practice in teaching entrepreneurship in schools right across Europe and follows on …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th September 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 30th September 2019

SUSPENSION OF NHS OVERSEAS VISITORS CHARGING REGIME FOR MATERNITY CARE

Tabled by: Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House is concerned by the growing body of evidence, including research reports by Doctors of the World, Maternity Action and the BMA, that the NHS England overseas visitors charging regime is deterring vulnerable migrant women living in the UK from seeking essential maternity care, and is resulting in …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
25th September 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th September 2019

WAR DISABLEMENT PENSION AND EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT ALLOWANCE

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises that veterans are an asset to our society and deserve the best possible care and support; considers that those who have been injured in the service of the UK deserve the full value of their War Disablement Pension; notes that under the current system the War …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd May 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 9th September 2019

UK ARMS EXPORTS TO ISRAEL

Tabled by: Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House notes with concern that UK licences have been granted in the past two years for the export to Israel of categories of arms and arms components including sniper and assault rifles, pistols, weapon sights, targeting equipment, ammunition for small arms and grenades, smoke canisters, tanks, combat and …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd September 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019

HONG KONG CITIZENS

Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House calls on the Government to seek agreement with some of the other 53 Commonwealth countries to provide Hong Kong citizens with a second citizenship and potential place of abode; insists that the UK will not accept the abandonment of the so-called two systems in one country, guaranteed …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th July 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019

COMMERCIAL LOCAL RADIO AND BAUER

Tabled by: John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House notes that the commercial local radio industry is now dominated by two media giants Global and Bauer; further notes that Bauer will own 36 per cent of commercial local radio licences in the UK if their purchase of four whole groups of radio stations namely UKRD, Wireless …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th July 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019

SOLIDARITY WITH CONGRESSWOMEN OF COLOUR

Tabled by: Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West)
That this House endorses the letter of support put together by the Hope Not Hate campaign expressing solidarity with, and for, Representative Rashida Tlaib, Representative Ilhan Omar, Representative Ayanna Pressley and Representative Alexandria Ocasio Cortez; condemns without equivocation the inflammatory, hurtful and racist comments from the President of the United …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
19th June 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019

PROCUREMENT OF ECO-FRIENDLY MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS TO END PERIOD POVERTY IN SCHOOLS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this house welcomes the Government's announcement of period poverty funding which will fight stigma around menstruation and provide free period products in primary and secondary schools across England; notes that 4.3 billion disposable menstrual products are used in the UK every year and an estimated 2.5 million tampons and …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th July 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019

PRE-STUNNING AND ANIMAL SLAUGHTER

Tabled by: Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House recognises that there is public concern about meat slaughtered in accordance with religious beliefs and thus not been pre-stunned, being sold or served to consumers who do not require their meat to be prepared in this way; further recognises that there are calls for such meat to …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Conservative: 21
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 4
Crossbench: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd July 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019

PROROGATION

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That an Humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that this Parliament be not prorogued before Friday 8 November 2019.
87 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 31
Liberal Democrat: 16
Independent: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
25th June 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 27th June 2019

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
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th June 2019

KYIV PRIDE 2019

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commends the organisers of this year's annual pride march in the Ukrainian capital city of Kyiv; understands that the march for LGBT equality was made up of 8,000 participants, making it the largest LGBT rights march in the history of eastern Europe; notes that this year it …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
19th June 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 24th June 2019

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
11th June 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 17th June 2019

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
1st May 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 13th June 2019

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
22nd May 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th June 2019

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
1st May 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th June 2019

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
23rd April 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th June 2019

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
26th March 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th June 2019

INCLUSIVE PEACE AND PROTECTION OF DEFENDERS IN COLOMBIA

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House encourages further steps to be taken to ensure the full and effective implementation of the Peace Accord between the Colombian Government and the FARC signed in November 2016, including its gender-based agreements and prioritisation of victims' rights; recognises the vital role of civil society organisations and human …
86 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 10
Conservative: 7
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
8th May 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 16th May 2019

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
9th April 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 16th May 2019

NEW MENTAL HEALTH LEGISLATION FOR CHILDREN

Tabled by: Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House agrees with the Prime Minister that the state of mental health legislation as it stands constitutes a burning injustice to people living with a mental health illness and notes her intention to introduce a Bill in 2019; further notes that every year one young person in ten …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Liberal Democrat: 13
Conservative: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
14th May 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th May 2019

PENSIONS FOR WOMEN BORN IN THE 1950s

Tabled by: Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House believes that the UK Government has for over two decades failed women born in the 1950s who were not properly informed of the changes that were made to their state pension age due to equalisation brought on by the Pensions Act 1995; notes the conclusion of a …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th May 2019
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REMEMBERING THE VATERSAY CATALINA 75TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House notes the 75th anniversary of The Catalina aircraft tragedy of 12 May 1944 which set off from Oban on a training exercise set for Barra Head but tragically crashed near the summit of Heiseaval Beag on the Island of Vatersay; remembers the bravery and sacrifice of the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th May 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 8th May 2019

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
29th April 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th May 2019

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
23rd April 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd April 2019

PROPOSED STATE VISIT BY DONALD TRUMP

Tabled by: Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House deplores the record of US President Donald Trump, including his misogynism, racism and xenophobia; condemns his previous comments on women, refugees and torture; further condemns his lack of action on climate change and failure to support the Paris Climate Change Deal; further deplores his sharing of online …
106 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 73
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
10th April 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th 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
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th 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
8th April 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th April 2019

SPECIAL OLYMPIANS FROM PRESTWICK TENNIS CLUB

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House celebrates the accomplishments of two Scottish Olympians who both won medals at the Special Olympics in Abu Dhabi 2019; notes that Jack Dickson won gold in the Men's Singles and bronze in the Men's Doubles and Frances Smiley won silver in the Ladies Singles; further notes they …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th March 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 1st 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
27th March 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th March 2019

2019 LOAN CHARGE IMPLEMENTATION

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House condemns the UK Government and HMRC's implementation of the 2019 LoanCharge; notes the 2019 Loan Charge was introduced by the Treasury to tackle disguised remuneration tax avoidance schemes through which loans were paid instead of regular forms of remuneration; is dismayed by reports that HMRC's handling of …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th March 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 21st March 2019

CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF PAUL HENDERSON SCOTT

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House celebrates the life of Paul Henderson Scott and mourns his passing on 15 March 2019 at the age of 98; notes his extraordinary contribution to the political and artistic life of Scotland as President and convener of the Saltire Society, President of the Scottish Centre for International …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th March 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th March 2019

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
12th March 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th March 2019

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
5th March 2019
Philippa Whitford 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
18th February 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 11th March 2019

OPPORTUNITY MARS ROVER

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House commends NASA’s Opportunity Mars Rover at the end of its incredible 15-year mission exploring the surface of the red planet; understands that the last communication from the six-wheeled solar-powered robot came on 10 June 2018 just before it was enveloped by a dust storm; acknowledges that Opportunity’s …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th February 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th March 2019

USE OF ANIMALS FOR WARFARE EXPERIMENTS

Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House notes with concern that, each year, thousands of animals of various species including monkeys, mice, pigs and guinea pigs, are experimented upon using chemical, biological and other weapons, causing prolonged and extensive suffering; notes that, whilst these experiments are not conducted to develop or test offensive weapons, …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
27th February 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th March 2019

CHILDREN'S LIVER DISEASE FOUNDATION'S BIG YELLOW FRIDAY 2019

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 1 March 2019 is Big Yellow Friday; congratulates the Children's Liver Disease Foundation on its work in raising awareness, promoting research and providing information and support for those affected by a life­-threatening liver disease; further notes with concern that every week 20 children in the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
27th February 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 28th February 2019

25TH ANNIVERSARY OF ABERTAY UNIVERSITY

Tabled by: Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party - Dundee East)
That this house joins Abertay University in Dundee in celebrating 25 years since it was awarded university status; recognises the work the University has done since to establish the first computer games degree and become a world leading institution in the field; congratulates it on being the first UK Centre …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th February 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th 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
5th February 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th February 2019

Medicines

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Human Medicines (Amendment) Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 62), dated 14 January 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 18 January, be annulled.
46 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th January 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th January 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
24th January 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 28th January 2019

INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES 2019

Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House welcomes the launch of the International Year of Indigenous Languages 2019; recognises the rich diversity of indigenous languages spoken across the British Isles including Scottish Gaelic, Scots, Welsh, Doric, Romany, Cornish, Irish Gaelic and British Sign Language; welcomes the UN’s recognition of the importance of these languages …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
17th January 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 21st January 2019

TASHI WANGCHUK

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House is dismayed by the continued imprisonment of Tibetan language advocate, Tashi Wangchuk, who was first detained three years ago today on 27 January, and since sentenced to five years in prison for advocating for the use of Tibetan language in local schools in Tibetan populated areas; deplores …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
15th January 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 17th 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
11th January 2019
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ANDY MURRAY

Tabled by: Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House notes with sadness the announcement by Andy Murray that he is likely to retire from competitive tennis in 2019 due to injury; pays tribute to his legacy as one of the leading male tennis players throughout the past decade as a three-time Grand Slam winner, double Olympic …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th January 2019
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th January 2019

EU CITIZENS' RIGHTS AND THE SETTLED STATUS SCHEME

Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House condemns the Settled Status scheme for non-UK EU citizens as discriminatory and unnecessary; believes that people who have chosen to make their lives here under the auspices of the EU’s Freedom of Movement should be welcome to stay without any documentation or payment of a fee and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
18th December 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th December 2018

NO CONFIDENCE IN HER MAJESTY'S GOVERNMENT

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House has no confidence in Her Majesty's Government.
51 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Liberal Democrat: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
12th December 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 17th December 2018

APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR, SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates Mr Fraser Wallace on becoming Scotland's Apprentice of the Year; recognises his hard work in completing a Foundation Apprenticeship while in his sixth year at Greenwood Academy; wishes him well in his career as a Modern Apprentice at GE Caledonian at Prestwick Aerospace Campus; and commends …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th December 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 13th December 2018

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GAELIC BOOKS COUNCIL

Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House congratulates the Gaelic Books Council on celebrating its 50th anniversary; understands that the inaugural meeting of the Gaelic Books Council, chaired by Derick Thomson, took place in December 1968 at the University of Glasgow; recognises that, in the subsequent 50 years, the Gaelic Books Council has worked …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th December 2018

PRESTWICK RUNNER-UP IN GREAT BRITISH HIGH STREET AWARDS

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates Prestwick Main Street, Prestwick, on being highly commended and runner-up in the Rising Star Award category for Scotland in the Great British High Street Awards, organised by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government; notes that 30 per cent of the final score came from …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th December 2018

MONCREIFF PARISH CHURCH

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Moncreiff Parish Church on achieving two important anniversaries this year of celebrating its 175th year since foundation in 1843 by Sir Henry Wellwood-Moncreiff and of 60 years since the present church foundation stone was laid in East Kilbride; notes the church's service to the community of …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th December 2018
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ELLA MATHIESON AND NORMA CLARE, GREENHILLS PARISH CHURCH

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the service of Ella Mathieson and Norma Clare as elders for Greenhills Parish Church; notes they have both been in service to the church and community in East Kilbride for 25 years; congratulates them on their continuous service; acknowledges that they are an inspiration to the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2018
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40TH ANNIVERSARY EAST KILBRIDE ST VINCENT DE PAUL CHURCH

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates St Vincent de Paul Church in the constituency of East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow on its 40th anniversary in Greenhills; notes that the church recently held a special service to commemorate this anniversary; further notes that the church has been at the centre of the community …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2018
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50 YEARS OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS IN EAST KILBRIDE

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the work of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in East Kilbride for over 50 years of service since Elder John Longden, an assistant to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, performed the dedication while the church was led by Branch President Frank …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th November 2018
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PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month across the UK and that pancreatic cancer remains the deadliest and the quickest killing cancer among common cancers; further notes that national data show that 75 per cent of people diagnosed will die within a year of diagnosis and …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 5
Independent: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd November 2018
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REPRISALS OF FEMALE POLITICAL PRISONERS AND VICTIMS OF TORTURE AND SEXUAL ABUSE IN BAHRAIN

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House condemns the Bahraini authorities' torture, sexual assault, ill-treatment and unfair trials of women targeted for politically-motivated charges; deplores the assault of Hajer Mansoor, Medina Ali and Najah Yusuf in September 2018, led by the head of Bahrain's Isa Town Women's Detention Centre, Major Mariam Albardoli; highlights that …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
21st November 2018
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CITIZENS ADVICE SCOTLAND REPORT ON HELMS GREEN DEAL MIS-SELLING

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House welcomes the publication of the Bad Company report by Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS) and commends the local impact study on the same issue by East Ayrshire Citizens Advice Bureau (EACAS); notes that the Bad Company report highlights endemic consumer issues with one green deal supplier, Home Energy …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th November 2018
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TAY CITY DEAL FUNDING

Tabled by: Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party - Dundee East)
That this House calls on the Government to match the Scottish Government's committed £200 million contribution towards the Tay City Deal by providing an additional £50 million to the £150 million the Government has already offered; notes the Government has already short-changed Scottish deals in Aberdeen, Inverness and Stirling and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th November 2018
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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
5th November 2018
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JOHN VAUGHAN - AWARD OF GOLD MEDAL OF HONOUR FROM THE CITY OF B?BLINGEN

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates Mr John Vaughan of Letham, Fife, on receiving the Gold Medal of Honour from the City of Böblingen, Germany; notes that the award is in recognition of decades of commitment to the town twinning links between Böblingen and Glenrothes; commends in particular his work on behalf …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
1st November 2018
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LOCAL DEMOCRACY IN KURDISTAN

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House expresses its grave concern that the Turkish Minister of the Interior has suspended from duty 103 village and 156 neighbourhood mukhtars, elected local community heads, without recourse to appropriate and required legal process; notes that those suspensions are justified on unproven grounds of association with terrorism; further …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2018
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UNIVERSAL CREDIT AND DISABLED CHILDREN

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern that, under universal credit, at least 100,000 families with disabled children will be worse off by some £1,750 per year; notes that this is due to the lower rate of child disability addition being set at £29.10 per week, representing a 54 per cent …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 26
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2018
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DUNDEE UNITED WOMEN'S FOOTBALL TEAM

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates Dundee United Women's Football Club on winning the Scottish Women's Football League Division One North; notes that the team secured the title on 21 October 2018 at Tannadice; looks forward to the team's promotion and playing in Scottish Women's Premier League next season; and welcomes the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2018
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INVERNESS CYCLIST BREAKS WORLD RECORD

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House applauds the outstanding efforts of Jenny Graham who recently broke the world record and became the fastest woman to ride around the world unsupported; notes that it took Jenny less than 125 days to complete the 18,000 mile cycle journey; pays thanks to the organisations, volunteers, friends …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th October 2018
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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
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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
17th October 2018
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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 July 2018
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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
2nd May 2018
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PUB CLOSURES

Tabled by: Toby Perkins (Labour - Chesterfield)
This House notes that pubs are at the heart of communities across the UK; welcomes ongoing cross-party efforts to protect the British pub; acknowledges that an increasing number of pubs are diversifying in order to provide an ever more valuable and enjoyable offer to their customers; further notes that pubs …
116 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 57
Scottish National Party: 25
Conservative: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
11th September 2018
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DELAY TO ARMED FORCES PAY INCREASE

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House notes with concern that UK armed forces personnel are being forced to wait for their full pay increase to be implemented due to a glitch with the Ministry of Defence payroll system; understands that the MoD agreed to implement the 2.9 per cent pay increase, as recommended …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2018
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ENVIRONMENTAL CHARITY FIDRA

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes and supports the environmental charity Fidra and its vision of a sustainable society; congratulates Fidra on its work in tackling single use plastics highlighted by its successful campaign to end the manufacture and sale of plastic cotton buds in the UK; recognises Fidra's pragmatic and proportionate …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2018
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THE REFILL SCHEME

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the Refill Scheme, a national tap water campaign which identifies registered refill stations where members of the public can fill up a reusable bottle with free tap water in order to reduce the use of single-use plastic bottles; notes that, in the UK, 11,000 plastic bottles …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 8
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th September 2018
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ROSYTH ART PROJECT

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the success of the recently established Rosyth Art Project; notes that the project was initiated to brighten up the town's public places and introduce splashes of colour to otherwise dull buildings and surfaces; understands that the colourful mural painted on an outbuilding on the town's main …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th September 2018
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WELCOMING NEW PRESIDENT OF THE ROBERT BURNS WORLD FEDERATION

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates Mr Bill Nolan, Secretary of the Irvine Burns Club, on his installation as President of the Robert Burns World Federation; and recognises his tireless work in promoting a love of Burns’ poetry and song among the young people of Ayrshire as well as promoting academic research …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 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
4th September 2018
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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
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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
22nd February 2018
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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
24th July 2018
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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
17th July 2018
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60 YEARS IN EXILE - DALAI LAMA OF TIBET

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet on his 83rd birthday this year; acknowledge his positive contribution to humanity with his unwavering message of compassion and promotion of human values; recognises that his message of peace, compassion and nonviolence has resonated throughout the world, bridged divides …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Labour: 1
12th July 2018
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MAGGIE'S DUNDEE PENGUIN PARADE

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Maggie's Dundee and the numerous volunteers on the launch of Maggie's Penguin Parade trail; notes that this was the culmination of the dedication and enthusiasm of staff at the centre and the wider Dundee community; welcomes the involvement of local schools in the project and acknowledges …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th June 2018
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GYPSY TRAVELLER AND ROMA HISTORY MONTH

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House celebrates the value of the Gypsy Traveller and Roma Community through Gypsy Traveller and Roma History month; expresses its grave concern at the statements of the Foreign Minister of Italy regarding deporting en-masse the Roma community of Italy; and calls on the Secretary of State for Foreign …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 7
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st June 2018
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IMPLEMENTATION OF £2 STAKE ON FIXED ODDS BETTING TERMINALS

Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff Central)
That this House welcomes the Government's decision to cut the stake on Fixed Odds Betting Terminals to £2; acknowledges that a £2 stake is now supported by parties across this House; notes that a reduced stake will greatly improve the lives of problem and at-risk gamblers, as well as their …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 21
Conservative: 7
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th May 2018
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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
25th April 2018
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RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS PATHOGENESIS CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the important research carried out at the Rheumatoid Arthritis Pathogenesis Centre of Excellence at the University of Glasgow, funded by Arthritis Research UK, where scientists are understand how and why rheumatoid arthritis starts, why the disease attacks the joints and why it doesn't stop, with an …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th June 2018
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EUROPEAN DEFENCE FUND

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House accepts that a consequence of Brexit, the EU will look increasingly to its member states on issues of defence and security; and is concerned that draft legislative proposals published by the European Commission states that only entities established in the Union would be able to apply for …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
12th June 2018
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STEWARTON UNITED 10th ANNIVERSARY, PROMOTION AND BEER FESTIVAL

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Stewarton United on winning the AAFA First Division in the 2017-18 season; wishes the team good luck in the Premier League in the forthcoming season; notes that this is its 10 year anniversary and congratulates it on this achievement, acknowledging how much more difficult it is …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th June 2018
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GALSTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TRUST AND THE PORTLAND

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Galston Community Development Trust on the completion of its regeneration project, The Portland, Galston, at the site of the former Portland Arms, Cross Street, Galston; notes that the Trust already has full business occupancy within the premises which will hopefully keep the project on a sustainable …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th May 2018
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FEES FOR REGISTERING CHILDREN AS BRITISH CITIZENS

Tabled by: Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House believes that tens of thousands of children born and living in the UK and entitled to register as British citizens under the British Nationality Act 1981 are nevertheless undocumented and therefore unable to acces public services, social security, private rented accommodation, the labour market and many other …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
15th May 2018
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SUPPORT FOR DEMENTIA CHARITIES DURING DEMENTIA ACTION WEEK

Tabled by: Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House recognises that dementia is now the leading cause of death in the UK and has higher health and social care costs than cancer and chronic heart disease combined; acknowledges the heartbreak and misery caused by this disease and notes that by 2025 one million people in the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th May 2018
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70TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NAKBA

Tabled by: Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House notes that 15 May 2018 marks 70 years since the Nakba catastrophe in which more than 750,000 Palestinians fled or were expelled from their homes; further notes that Palestinian refugees' right of return as recognised by UN Resolution 194 has been blocked by successive Israeli governments; notes …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th April 2018
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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
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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
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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
17th April 2018
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DEMOLITION PLANS IN KHAN AL-AHMAR VILLAGE IN THE WEST BANK

Tabled by: Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House notes with concern the upcoming Israeli High Court hearing on 25 April 2018 on the demolition of buildings in the village of Khan al-Ahmar in the West Bank; condemns those plans and the impact they will have on communities in the occupied Palestinian territories; believes that the …
109 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 12
Conservative: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
19th April 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018

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
15th March 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018

PART TWO OF THE LEVESON INQUIRY

Tabled by: Chris Williamson (Independent - Derby North)
That this House is hugely disappointed and angered by the Government's refusal to proceed with Phase 2 of the Leveson Inquiry into the relationships between media companies and the police; believes that this is bad for politics, bad for journalism and bad for the public; further believes there is a …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
16th April 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 19th April 2018

STUART COSGROVE

Tabled by: Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House congratulates the celebrated Perthshire journalist, Stuart Cosgrove, on winning the 2018 Penderyn Music Book Prize, which, it understands, is the only UK-based book prize specifically for music titles, for Memphis 68: The Tragedy of Southern Soul; notes that this is the second part of his epic trilogy …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
26th March 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 19th April 2018

NON-PROLIFERATION TREATY REVIEW CONFERENCE

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the 2018 Preparatory Committee for the 2020 Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference takes place between 23 April and 4 May; commemorates 2018 as the 50th anniversary of the NPT opening for signature; recognises the opportunity that this anniversary offers the Government to engage with global …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 22
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th March 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 19th 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
18th April 2018
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TEAM SCOTLAND - GOLD COAST COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Team Scotland on securing 44 medals at the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games; notes that Team Scotland secured nine gold medals, 13 silver medals and 22 bronze medals; understands that this represents Scotland's most successful overseas Commonwealth Games ever; and thanks all the athletes and support …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th April 2018
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WARSAW GHETTO UPRISING - 75th ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto uprising, from 19 April to 16 May 1943; notes that after Germany invaded Poland in September 1939, more than 440,000 Jews were confined to just 1.3 square miles of Warsaw, sealed in by a wall patrolled by armed guards; …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 16
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
16th April 2018
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NATIONAL SIKH AWARENESS AND HISTORY MONTH

Tabled by: Seema Malhotra (Labour (Co-op) - Feltham and Heston)
That this House extends congratulations to Sikhs celebrating Vaisakhi in the UK and around the world; notes that 14 April marks Vaisakhi and the founding of Khalsa in 1699 by the 10th Guru of the Sikhs, Guru Gobind Singh; further notes that Gurdwaras across the UK have organised Nagar Kirtan …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 11
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
16th April 2018
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VIOLENCE AGAINST PROTESTORS IN GAZA

Tabled by: Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House is gravely concerned by recent developments on the Israel-Gaza border and the killing and injuring of Palestinian protestors; affirms the right to peaceful protest and the right to freedom of expression; deplores the actions of those who seek to exploit peaceful protests to engage in violence; notes …
86 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
8th February 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 16th April 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
25th January 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th March 2018

PROPOSED VISIT OF SAUDI CROWN PRINCE TO THE UK

Tabled by: Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith)
That this House regrets the Prime Minister's invitation to Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman of Saudi Arabia to visit the UK; notes that, as Minister of Defense, Mohammed bin Salman was widely associated with curtailing human rights, and that it was his decision to lead Saudi Arabia into war in …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th March 2018
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NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE: NAMING AND SHAMING OF NON-COMPLIANT EMPLOYERS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the Government's commitment to come down hard on businesses that breach the National Minimum Wage; notes that a key plank of the Government's efforts to both raise awareness and discourage such breaches is the naming and shaming of non-compliant businesses by the Department for Business, Energy …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
7th March 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018

CHANGING PLACES TOILETS

Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes the difficulty faced by disabled people who are unable to use standard accessible toilets in public places; understands the impact this has on the ability of many people to carry out day-to-day tasks outside of the home; is aware that Changing Places toilets would enable over …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th March 2018
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ST ANTHONY'S PRIMARY SCHOOL

Tabled by: Mhairi Black (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire South)
That this House congratulates St Anthony's Primary School in Johnstone on being the first Scottish School to be awarded the UKLA Literacy School of the Year; commends the efforts of all the teachers, staff and pupils of St Anthony's Primary School for this achievement; welcomes Renfrewshire's Literacy Approach in conjunction …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th March 2018
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ST MUNGO'S ACADEMY DEBATE TEAM

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates the St Mungo's Academy debate team on winning the 2018 Parliamentary World Debate Competition (PWDC) held in Tokyo, Japan; understands that the team were the first Scottish team to compete, and also the youngest competitors; notes that the purpose of the PWDC is to empower …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th March 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 15th 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
13th March 2018
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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
7th March 2018
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UNIVERSAL CREDIT SPLIT PAYMENTS

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes that the charities Women's Aid, Child Poverty Action Group, Surviving Economic Abuse and the Women's Budget Group have expressed concern regarding paying the combined universal credit payment of a couple into a single bank account; believes that paying recipient couples one joint payment, rather than individually, …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th November 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018

DEFENDING ACADEMIC PENSIONS

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises that academic staff in universities make a vital contribution to ensuring the supply of skilled graduates to UK businesses; believes all staff working in universities should have access to a secure and decent pension; notes with concern the proposal by Universities UK to close the defined …
137 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 32
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st June 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th March 2018

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
28th February 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 5th March 2018

BIG YELLOW FRIDAY 2018

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 2 March 2018 is Big Yellow Friday; congratulates the Children's Liver Disease Foundation on its work in raising awareness, promoting research and providing information and support for those affected by a life­-threatening liver disease; further notes with concern that every week 20 children in the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th February 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 5th March 2018

PLASTIC FREE CAMPAIGN IN NA H-EILEANAN AN IAR

Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House welcomes the campaign by Clean Coast Outer Hebrides aimed at encouraging our shores to become plastic free and encourages those using our shores to reduce their plastic usage and dumping; praises the good work they and other groups and individuals are doing across the Western Isles and …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
20th February 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 5th March 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
6th February 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 8th February 2018

CHEMICAL WEAPONS ATTACKS IN SYRIA

Tabled by: Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is dismayed by continuing chemical weapons attacks in Syria, and the devastating effects on civilians; is very concerned that the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons-United Nations Joint Investigative Mechanism, which investigated such attacks in Syria, was disbanded at the end of last year, following Russia's …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
31st January 2018
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VOTES AT 16

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House welcomes proposals by the Welsh Government to lower the voting age to 16 in order to allow 16 and 17-year olds to vote in council elections in Wales; believes that this will increase political engagement and participation among young people as has already been demonstrated in Scotland; …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
6th November 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th January 2018

SENTENCES HANDED DOWN TO RELATIVES OF HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDER MR ALWADAEI AND SITUATION IN BAHRAIN

Tabled by: Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is very concerned about the three-year prison sentences handed down recently in Bahrain for alleged terrorism offences committed by three family members of the UK-based Bahraini human rights activist, Sayed Ahmed Alwadaei; notes that the trial has been widely criticised, including by UN experts, and seen as …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 20
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
25th January 2018
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SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT FUNDING FOR THE CITIZEN'S THEATRE, GLASGOW

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the award of an additional £1.5 million to the Citizen's Theatre from the Scottish Government; understands that this brings the Scottish Government's contribution to the ongoing redevelopment project to £4 million; believes that this funding, along with contribution from the Heritage Lottery Fund of £4.8 million, …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th January 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th January 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
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd January 2018

TWENTY-FIVE YEARS OF CELTIC CONNECTIONS

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Glasgow's annual Celtic Connections festival as it celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2018; notes that the festival, which began in 1994 based in Glasgow's Royal Concert Hall attracting around 32,000 visitors, now extends to over 300 events in 28 venues, including the SSE Hydro, and has …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th November 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd January 2018

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
22nd January 2018
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd January 2018

WELSH EU CONTINUITY BILL

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House welcomes the National Assembly for Wales's unanimous decision on 17 January 2018 to vote in favour of Steffan Lewis AM's Member's legislative proposal to bring forward a Welsh EU Continuity Bill to protect Welsh democracy; notes with alarm that clause 11 of the EU Withdrawal Bill puts …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th September 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd January 2018

NATIONAL EMERGENCY SERVICES MEMORIAL

Tabled by: Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House pays tribute to the more than 5,000 members of the emergency services who have lost their lives in the course of their public duties; gives thanks to the more than 250,000 emergency services personnel and volunteers who currently serve, and to all who have served; notes that …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th January 2018
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FUNDING FOR THE WORK OF UNWRA IN SUPPORT OF PALESTINIAN REFUGEES

Tabled by: Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House is appalled by the announcement by the US Administration that it is to cut its funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency by more than half; notes that this decision threatens the human security of millions of Palestinian refugees, including those in need of emergency …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
17th January 2018
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MR DAVID HASTINGS

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House understands that after 10 years in the position as the Chief Executive of Strathleven Regeneration C.I.C., Mr David Hastings has announced his intention to stand down in February 2018; notes that under his tenure the company has surpassed its original target of attracting £60 million of investment …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th January 2018
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MEALLAIBH UR NAIDHEACHD - CONGRATULATIONS TO FIFE GAELIC DEVELOPMENT GROUP

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates the Fife Gaelic Development Group winning the Community, Heritage and Tourism Award at the 2017 National Gaelic Awards; commends the efforts of the group in raising the profile of the Gaelic language and culture in Fife; welcomes the boost to Gaelic Language and Culture across Scotland …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th January 2018
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16th ANNIVERSARY OF THE OPENING OF GUANTÁNAMO BAY CAMP

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House notes that 11 January 2018 marks the 16th anniversary of the opening of the Guantánamo Bay Prison Camp; further notes that 41 men remain imprisoned at the camp, including five men who were approved for release by the previous US Administration; notes that over half of the …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th January 2018
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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
8th January 2018
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APPOINTMENT OF TOBY YOUNG TO THE BOARD OF THE OFFICE OF STUDENTS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House deeply regrets the appointment of Toby Young to the Board of the Office of Students; notes the seven principles of public life, including selflessness, integrity, and objectivity, known as the Nolan principles and set out in the Department for Education's application guidelines; considers the stream of sexist, …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th November 2017
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PALESTINIAN VILLAGE OF SUSIYA- ANNOUNCED DEMOLITION BY ISRAELI AUTHORITIES

Tabled by: Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion)
That this House notes with extreme concern the plight of the Palestinian village of Susiya, a fifth of which the Israeli State has announced will be demolished; further notes that the Israeli State claims that this village was constructed in violation of judicial order, yet has repeatedly refused to regulate …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
29th November 2017
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BOWEL CANCER SCREENING

Tabled by: Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House calls on the Government to acknowledge that 50 is the internationally-recognised optimal age at which bowel cancer screening should begin; further calls for a commitment from the Government to reduce the age for bowel cancer screening from 60 to 50 in England to bring policy in line …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Conservative: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
21st December 2017
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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
21st December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st December 2017

DETENTION OF AHED TAMIMI

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House expresses deep concern that in the early hours of 19 December an Israeli Border Police unit broke into the Tamimi family home during a night raid in Nabi Saleh and arrested 17-year-­old Ahed Tamimi, taking her away for interrogation; believes that Ahed is targeted because she is …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 5
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
14th December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017

IMMIGRATION DETENTION OF VICTIMS OF TORTURE AND OTHER VULNERABLE PEOPLE

Tabled by: Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
That this House notes with concern the recent High Court judgment against the Government which found that the Home Office 's redefinition of torture in its flagship Adults at Risk immigration detention policy was unlawful; further notes that Mr Justice Ouseley ruled that the Home Office's decision to narrow the …
131 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 70
Scottish National Party: 29
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th December 2017

NATIONAL SIKH WAR MEMORIAL

Tabled by: Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi (Labour - Slough)
That this House appreciates the extraordinary bravery and sacrifices of Sikh soldiers in service of Great Britain, including during both World Wars, and supports the erection of a permanent national monument in a prime central London location to commemorate and highlight these contributions; notes that for over a decade there …
265 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 167
Conservative: 33
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 15
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
14th December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2017

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
12th December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2017

DENNY AND DUNIPACE CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU

Tabled by: John McNally (Scottish National Party - Falkirk)
That this House congratulates the staff at Denny and Dunipace Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) on its 40th Anniversary on 13 December 2017; notes that Denny and Dunipace CAB provide free, confidential and independent advice to everyone in the Falkirk area who needs it; recognises the CAB's aims to ensure individuals …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2017

PAISLEY CULTURAL FUTURE

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Coventry on being named as the UK City of Culture in 2021; recognises the fantastic and passionate campaign that the town of Paisley led as they attempted to secure this prestigious title; thanks the people of Paisley for getting behind the campaign, including the hard work …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2017

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
4th December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2017

AVAILABILITY OF JOBCENTRE PLUS SERVICES FOR UNIVERSAL CREDIT CLAIMANTS

Tabled by: Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes the limited availability of Jobcentre Plus offices and telephone lines over the Christmas and New Year period; notes also the increased likelihood of people who have recently made a new claim for universal credit needing to seek help from Jobcentre Plus within that period; believes that …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
7th December 2017
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ADOPTION ALLOWANCE FOR SELF EMPLOYED PEOPLE

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises that people who adopt do so out of love and care and ought to receive parity in financial support to that of birth parents; further recognises that though there is such parity for employees, there is an unjustifiable inequality in financial support for self employed adopters; …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
7th December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 7th December 2017

LABOUR MARKET ENFORCEMENT

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with deep concern the findings of the recent research report by Middlesex University Business School, Unpaid Britain: wage default in the British labour market, that at least two million workers experience non-payment of wages or holiday pay each year and that those unpaid wages amount to …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
6th December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 7th December 2017

RECOGNITION OF JERUSALEM AS THE CAPITAL OF ISRAEL

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes with dismay that Donald Trump, President of the USA, has declared that the US has formally recognised Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and that the US Embassy in Israel will relocate from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem; further notes that no other country currently has an …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
6th December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 7th December 2017

ACCOUNTABLE CARE ORGANISATIONS

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

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this house congratulates Finland on celebrating the 100th anniversary of its Independence Day on 6 December 2017; recognises the success that Finland has made of its independence; notes that the occasion was commemorated by the Government with a ceremonial session of the Senate of Finland which drafted the declaration …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th 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
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th December 2017

ROCCO AWARDS 2017

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates all the award winners and nominees at the 2017 ROCCO awards ceremony; notes that the ROCCOs are the annual business awards for the Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce, with 470 people attending this year's event held at the Normandy Hotel in Renfrew; recognises that this year's event …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th December 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th 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
31st October 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 4th December 2017

ROLE OF IRAN'S ISLAMIC REVOLUTIONARY GUARD CORPS

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

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House celebrates the accomplishments of the Tarbolton Community Campus, South Ayrshire Council, and Scottish Futures Trust Team; extends congratulations to all three organisations on winning the Award for Innovation in Delivering a Sustainable Education Facility at the Education Buildings Scotland Awards 2017; welcomes Scotland's efforts to ensure learning …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
28th November 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 28th November 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
22nd November 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd November 2017

VAT ON TOURISM

Tabled by: Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House recognises the value of the tourism sector; notes that tourism-related businesses lie at the heart of local communities an economy; further notes that UK tourism is disadvantaged by high taxes with a VAT rate on accommodation and attractions that is double the European average; acknowledges that across …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th November 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 20th November 2017

HIGHLAND MILITARY WIVES

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends the Highland Military Wives Choir for its work, in particular its concert at Inverness St Andrew's Cathedral which raised thousands of pounds for Poppy Scotland, the Royal British Legion and the Military Wives' Choir Foundation; recognises its ongoing charity work; and notes the outstanding work of …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th November 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th November 2017

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
17th October 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th November 2017

PLUMBERS' PENSIONS

Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House holds grave concerns for the hundreds of plumbers in pension schemes who face employer debt under section 75 of the Pensions Act 1995 as subsequently amended; notes that because many of the plumbing businesses are unincorporated, their personal wealth and lifetime savings are at risk; reminds the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st November 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st 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
30th October 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017

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

Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House salutes the extraordinary courage of the three crew members of HMS Petard who, on 30 October 1942, boarded the sinking German submarine U-559 in circumstances of extreme peril; recognises that the Enigma material they retrieved proved vital in saving countless Allied ships and lives; deeply regrets that …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Conservative: 19
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
20th October 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th October 2017

ENDING COSMETICS ANIMAL TESTING GLOBALLY

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is proud of the UK's leadership in ending animal testing for cosmetics; notes that the EU and several other countries have also ended this unnecessary practice; believes that it is now in the interests of animals, consumers and a fair platform for UK industry and international trade …
116 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 8
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th October 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th October 2017

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
25th October 2017
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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
16th October 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th October 2017

MARY'S MEALS ONE BILLIONTH MEAL SERVED

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Mary's Meals, the Argyll-based charity dedicated to feeding some of the world's poorest children on serving its one billionth meal earlier this month; notes that the dish of vegetable curry and rice was served to a 12-year old Indian child, Mohsin, at the Sangam Vihar Informal …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th October 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th October 2017

THE INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY AND INCLUSION FOR DISABLED PEOPLE

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House calls on the Government to ensure closer collaboration between the Department for Work and Pensions and the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Green Paper responses in the interests of achieving the Government's commitment to supporting one million disabled people into work; and urges the Government …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th October 2017

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
14th September 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th October 2017

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE FOR PARENTS

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House fully understands the devastating effects on parents of losing a child; supports the idea that it is time for bereavement leave for working parents to be a statutory workplace right; recognises that it is the right thing to do so that parents can be assured of this …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
14th September 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th October 2017

FREE PROVISION OF SANITARY PRODUCTS FOR GIRLS FROM LOW-INCOME FAMILIES

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House is deeply concerned that girls in the UK are missing time in school because of a lack of access to sanitary products; recognises the unaffordable cost of sanitary products for some low-income individuals and families; notes that this is a hidden problem that some girls may find …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 23rd October 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
16th October 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th October 2017

CONTAMINATED BLOOD INQUIRY

Tabled by: Diana Johnson (Labour - Kingston upon Hull North)
That this House welcomes the Prime Minister's announcement of an inquiry into the contaminated blood scandal; thanks the Rt. Rev James Jones, former Chair of the Hillsborough Independent Panel, for his voluntary help; supports the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Haemophilia and Contaminated Blood's statement to the Prime Minister about the …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
6th September 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 12th October 2017

LATER LIFE AMBITIONS

Tabled by: Peter Aldous (Conservative - Waveney)
That this House supports the ambitions of people in later life and the contribution that many older people make to society; notes that the Later Life Ambitions campaign group that represents the combined 250,000 members of the National Federation of Occupational Pensioners, the Civil Service Pensioners' Alliance and the National …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
11th October 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th October 2017

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
6th September 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 9th October 2017

CONTAMINATED INFECTED BLOOD INQUIRY

Tabled by: Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes the Ministerial Written Statement HCWS109, made on 6 September 2017; welcomes the extended deadline for views on the format and scope of the independent inquiry; thanks Bishop James Jones, former Chair of the Hillsborough Independent Panel and Chair of the Gosport Independent Panel for his voluntary …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th July 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 9th October 2017

X PASSPORTS FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT ASSOCIATE WITH A PARTICULAR GENDER

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the support expressed in previous parliamentary sessions to address the issues faced by people whose identities are neither male nor female; believes that people are compromised and diminished as a result of inappropriate gender references on their personal identity information; acknowledges that all passports issued by …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
11th September 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 11th September 2017

QUEEN'S AWARD FOR GLASGOW CENTRAL BUSINESSES

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Clyde Space Ltd, ClinTec International Ltd and City Legacy have all been awarded Queen's Awards for Enterprise; understands that the Queen's Awards recognise outstanding achievements in businesses which operate in the fields of Innovation, International Trade, Sustainable Development and Promoting Opportunity; believes that the Awards …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 11th September 2017

FAIRTRADE FOOTBALLS AT THE HOMELESS WORLD CUP 2017

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Homeless World Cup tournament took place in Oslo from 29 August to 5 September 2017; understands at Bala Sports Ltd, which is based in Glasgow Central constituency, was awarded the contract to provide Fairtrade footballs for the tournament; further understands that Bala Sports Ltd …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2017
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REMOVAL OF ISRAELI CITIZENSHIP FROM NEGEV BEDOUIN

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the injustice faced by hundreds of Negev Bedouin who have had their Israeli citizenship revoked without adequate explanation or warning due to claims that their original citizenship was issued in error; is concerned that this is a policy to remove the legitimate citizenship rights of the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
11th September 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 11th 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
19th July 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 11th September 2017

VAT REFUNDS FOR MUSEUMS

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the draft Value Added Tax (Refund of Tax to Museums and Galleries) (Amendment) Order 2017 has not yet been laid before the House; understands that the draft Order was announced in the Budget on 16 March 2016, the consultation closed on 21 April 2017 and …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 11th September 2017

TREATY ON THE PROHIBITION OF NUCLEAR WEAPONS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that on 7 July 2017 the United Nations 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 …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th July 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 11th 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
5th September 2017
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PARLIAMENTARIANS REPORTING CONSTITUENTS TO THE HOME OFFICE FOR DEPORTATION

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House is concerned by recent Freedom of Information reports revealing that on 482 occasions between 2014 and 2016 hon. Members of the House have been informing the Home Office of undocumented migrants; believes that to inform on a constituent would be a fundamental betrayal of trust, acting against …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th September 2017
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THIRD SECTOR AND THE ROLL-OUT OF UNIVERSAL CREDIT

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends the work of Citizens Advice Scotland and the 20 other charities that have been working together to highlight the horrendous experiences of those people suffering as a direct result of the universal credit roll-out; praises the ongoing work of those organisations, and the wider third sector, …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 1
18th July 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017

HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IN THE GAZA STRIP

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is deeply concerned about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip; notes that the blockade of Gaza by the Israeli and Egyptian authorities has been in place for 10 years, violates international law and continues to impoverish civilians in Gaza; recognises that Gaza remains under Israeli …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
11th July 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017

TRANSPARENCY OF DEVELOPING COUNTRY DEBTS

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House expresses concern about the alleged secret loans given by London-based banks in 2013 to Mozambican companies, with Mozambique Government guarantees, and without approval of the Mozambique parliament; notes that over 90 per cent of sub-Saharan Africa Government international bonds are owed under UK law; calls for measures …
110 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 54
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
4th July 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017

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
11th July 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th July 2017

SOCIAL SECURITY

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the Social Security Benefits Up-rating Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 349), dated 9 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 13 March in the last Session of Parliament, be revoked.
97 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Scottish National Party: 35
Independent: 7
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th June 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th July 2017

ACCESS TO ELECTED OFFICE FUND

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the election of five disabled hon. Members on 8 June 2017, an increase of three on the 2015-2017 Parliament; notes that disabled people are still under-represented in the House, and in politics more widely; further notes that a strong democracy is an inclusive one, and that, …
93 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2017
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25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ZERO TOLERANCE CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that 2017 marks 25 years since the launch of the Zero Tolerance campaign in Scotland; understands that the Zero Tolerance campaign was instigated by Evelyn Gillan, Campaigns Officer at Edinburgh District Council, and initially ran over a six month period in 1992 to highlight the effect …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
17th July 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 17th July 2017

ASYLUM SUPPORT

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with deep concern the findings of the recent research report by Refugee Action, Slipping Through The Cracks, that a failure by the Home Office to follow its own guidance for supporting those seeking asylum in the UK is resulting in vulnerable people being wrongly denied assistance …
98 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
28th June 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 17th July 2017

LONG-TERM CONDITIONS AND PRESCRIPTION CHARGES

Tabled by: Melanie Onn (Labour - Great Grimsby)
That this House is aware that people with long-term conditions in England, such as heart disease, cystic fibrosis or multiple sclerosis still have to pay prescription charges unlike their counterparts in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland; notes that the medical exemption list of conditions that qualify people for free prescriptions …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
5th July 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th July 2017

ESA WORK-RELATED ACTIVITY

Tabled by: Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House notes with concern the findings of the Trussell Trust report Financial insecurity, food insecurity, and disability: The profile of people receiving emergency food assistance from The Trussell Trust Foodbank Network in Britain, published in June 2017, which show that 78 per cent of households surveyed were severely …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
11th July 2017
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SALE OF NHS PROFESSIONALS

Tabled by: Eleanor Smith (Labour - Wolverhampton South West)
That this House recognises the value and effectiveness of the NHS; notes the success of NHS Professionals in supplying short-term and flexible staff to NHS trusts with staffing gaps at a very low overhead cost; understands that private agencies perform the same function at a higher cost by charging expensive …
113 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 70
Scottish National Party: 16
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
6th July 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 6th July 2017

SAINSBURY'S AND THE FAIRTRADE MARK

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House deeply regrets the decision by the supermarket Sainsbury's to drop the Fairtrade mark for its own-brand tea and develop its own certification scheme; notes that the Fairtrade Foundation is a respected organisation and part of a global network that strives to ensure that farmers and workers in …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th July 2017
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NHS PAY

Tabled by: Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House notes that in 2017-18 NHS pay rises have been capped at one per cent and that this represents another below-inflation pay settlement; further notes that applications for nursing degrees have fallen 23 per cent this year; notes that the number of nurses and midwives joining the Nursing …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 48
Liberal Democrat: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
5th July 2017
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50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE OCCUPATION OF WEST BANK, GAZA AND GOLAN HEIGHTS

Tabled by: Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House notes that June 2017 marked 50 years since the Six Day War of 1967 and the Israeli occupation of the West Bank, East Jerusalem and Gaza, as well as the Golan Heights; further notes that a system of military rule over areas of the West Bank has …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th June 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 3rd July 2017

MILITARY ACTION IN SYRIA

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House must give its approval through a parliamentary vote before the Government orders any military action in Syria outwith the very specific conditions set out in the motion agreed on 2 December 2015.
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
21st June 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 3rd July 2017

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
28th June 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 29th June 2017

GLASGOW GLADIATORS POWERCHAIR FOOTBALL RECEIVES LOTTERY GRANT

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Glasgow Gladiators Powerchair Football on its grant of £10,000 from the National Lottery; notes that the grant means the club can now buy a club-owned football powerchair giving more disabled footballers the chance to try out and join in; recognises that the club is run by …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th June 2017
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CHARITABLE WORKS FOR MILITARY VETERANS

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises Strathaven man David McAllistair on being awarded a MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List; further recognises the significant impact he has made to help the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA); congratulates the work of the Lanarkshire branch of SSAFA and notes that Mr …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
28th June 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017

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
Philippa Whitford 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
21st June 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2017

ONGOING IMPRISONMENT OF RAIF BADAWI

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House recognises the unjust arrest of Raif Badawi on 17 June 2014 and his subsequent imprisonment in Saudi Arabia for championing free speech and freedom of expression; notes that he is now beginning his 5th year of a 10-year prison sentence; further notes that Mr Badawi is also …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
21st June 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st June 2017

MP STAFF REDUNDANCY PAYMENTS

Tabled by: Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House acknowledges the lack of financial support for hon. Members' staff members who have found themselves unemployed due to their hon. Member not being returned at the 2017 general election; notes that a number of hon. Members, first elected at the 2015 general election, did not retain their …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 11
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th April 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th April 2017

SUCCESS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the University of St Andrews on its continued success in higher education league tables; notes that St Andrews was recently ranked first in Scotland and third in the UK by the Complete University Guide; further notes that this marks a rise in two places from 2016 …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 50
Independent: 1
26th April 2017
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CHRIS GREEN OBE AND WHITE RIBBON UK

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Chris Green on being awarded an OBE for services to equality in the Queen's honours list; notes that Chris set up White Ribbon UK in 2004, recognising the positive role that men can play in ending violence against women; understands that from 2005 to 2008 Chris …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
26th April 2017
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PAISLEY BEER AND FOOD FESTIVAL 2017

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House celebrates the 30th anniversary of Paisley Beer Festival, which was held from 19 to 22 April 2017; recognises that it has been held in Paisley Town Hall since 1986 and has gone from strength to strength since then; highlights another successful year for the festival, which witnessed …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 1
26th April 2017
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ROSINA BONSU AND OUTSTANDING WOMAN OF SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Rosina Bonsu, a lecturer in contemporary dance at West College Scotland in Paisley, on being named as an inductee into the Saltire Society's Outstanding Women of Scotland community; notes that Rosina is one of just 10 women nominated in 2017 for their contribution to Scottish culture …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 1
26th April 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th April 2017

10 YEARS OF SNP GOVERNMENT

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the 10th anniversary of the SNP forming its first Scottish Government, led by Alex Salmond, following its victory in the Scottish Parliament elections held on 4 May 2007; further notes this first SNP administration established the Scottish Government out of the existing Scottish Executive and gave …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 52
Independent: 1
25th April 2017
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DRUMCHAPEL POST OFFICE THREATENED CLOSURE

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House condemns the announcement that the Post Office is planning to close and franchise 37 flagship Crown branches, including the Hecla Avenue branch in Drumchapel; notes that those cuts follow announcements in 2016 to close and franchise 62 Crown offices; further notes that this closure and franchise programme …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2017
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CLOSURE OF ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND IN MAUCHLINE

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House notes with regret the decision of the Royal Bank of Scotland to close its branch in Mauchline; recognises that the decision follows the decision by the Royal Bank of Scotland to previously close Catrine Branch and other branches in Cumnock and Doon Valley and expresses dismay on …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2017
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CLOSURE OF BANK OF SCOTLAND IN STEWARTON

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House notes with regret the decision of the Bank of Scotland to close its branch in Stewarton; recognises that the decision follows closures of branches by the Royal Bank of Scotland and expresses dismay that those closures result in the Annick Valley losing the last remaining local bank …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2017
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AYRSHIRE COLLEGE WINS SEMTA SKILLS AWARD

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Ayrshire College on winning the Semta Skills Award for Training Partner of the Year 2017; understands that Ayrshire College has developed a close strategic partnership with industry that supports both the students to learn valuable in-demand skills and local companies need for highly trained individuals to …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
25th April 2017
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NEWMILNS BURNS CLUB SCHOOL COMPETITION

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Newmilns Burns Club on its fourth successful Burns competition; recognises that it works with five local schools to raise awareness and encourage interest in the works of Robert Burns; thanks all of the primary school pupils who took part in the competition, and congratulates the five …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
25th April 2017
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GALSTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TRUST

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Galston Community Development Trust (GCDT) on securing the Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme funding of £250,026; notes that this completes the final piece of the £1,073,279 funding jigsaw for the refurbishment of the iconic Portland Arms building; further notes the other funding of Section 75 planning funding …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
19th April 2017
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TAX CREDITS (S. I., 2017, No. 387)

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That the Child Tax Credit (Amendment) Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 387), dated 14 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 15 March, be revoked.
32 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
19th April 2017
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SOCIAL SECURITY (S. I., 2017, No. 376)

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That the Social Security (Restrictions on Amounts for Children and Qualifying Young Persons) Amendment Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 376), dated 13 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 15 March, be revoked.
33 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th March 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th April 2017

FOURTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNICEF REPORT ON CHILDREN IN MILITARY DETENTION IN ISRAEL

Tabled by: Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes 6 March 2017 as the fourth anniversary since the publication of the UNICEF report, Children in Israeli Military Detention; further notes that following the review of the application of martial law in the West Bank, including analysis of over 400 affidavits collected from detained children, UNICEF …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 8
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th March 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 30th March 2017

BICENTENARY OF ALEXANDER GREEK THOMSON

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 2017 marks the bicentenary of the birth of Alexander Greek Thomson, one of the great architects of international stature produced by Victorian Glasgow; further notes that Mr Thomson was extremely successful with a large clientele for medium-sized villas and terraces of cottages in Pollokshields, Shawlands, …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2017
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WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House celebrates World Down Syndrome Day on 21 March 2017; recognises the unique, joyful contribution people with Down Syndrome bring to our families and our communities; and welcomes the support of organisations, such as Down Syndrome Scotland, in providing help, encouragement and advice to families and schools to …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th March 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd March 2017

UN INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF RACIAL DISCRIMINATION (No. 2)

Tabled by: Naz Shah (Labour - Bradford West)
That this House welcomes the 2017 UN International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination as an opportunity to reaffirm and demonstrate its commitment to eradicating unlawful racial discrimination and promoting racial equality in the UK; is deeply concerned that 40 years after the 1976 Race Relations Act came into …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
15th March 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017

FIVE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF DAILY MILE

Tabled by: Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House recognises the five year anniversary of the Daily Mile, which promotes regular exercise for children at school, supporting research that has shown that exercise can increase academic performance by up to 25 per cent, as well as improving fitness and wellbeing; notes that this successful innovation was …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th February 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017

EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION SACKED STAFF

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with great concern the decision of the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) to sack 10 staff members on 9 February 2017 via email and with only one day's notice; further notes that seven of those who were sacked are of black and minority ethnic (BME) …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 19
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th March 2017
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TAX CREDITS

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Child Tax Credit (Amendment) Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 387), dated 14 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 15 March, be annulled.
105 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 48
Labour: 39
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th February 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th March 2017

SOCIAL SECURITY

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Employment and Support Allowance and Universal Credit (Miscellaneous Amendments and Transitional and Savings Provisions) Regulations (S.I., 2017, No. 204), dated 23 February 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 27 February, be annulled.
78 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 6
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th March 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th March 2017

MISHWAR AMAL - JOURNEYS OF HOPE FOR SYRIAN REFUGEES

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the efforts of Mishwar Amal, Journeys of Hope, which provides relief and support for communities in refugee camps located in the Akkar region of Lebanon, where nearly half the population consists of Syrian refugees; notes that the organisation, founded in May 2016 by Anthony Collins, originally …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th March 2017
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DUMBARTON FOOTBALL CLUB JOINS BREASTFEEDING FRIENDLY FOOTBALL GROUND CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House warmly congratulates Dumbarton Football Club on declaring The Cheaper Insurance Direct Stadium as a breastfeeding friendly football ground; commends The Sons' initiative as being a very positive and proactive step to making football grounds all across the country accessible to families, and women in particular; notes that …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017

SOCIAL SECURITY

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

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this notes that 3 March 2017 is Big Yellow Friday, and congratulates the Children's Liver Disease Foundation on its work in raising awareness, promoting research and providing information and support for those affected by a life-threatening liver disease; further notes with concern there are over 100 different liver diseases …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th February 2017
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SOUTH AYRSHIRE BEFRIENDING PROJECT

Tabled by: Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates the South Ayrshire Befriending Project on securing a grant of £150,000 from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; welcomes the valuable work the Project undertakes with disadvantaged young people in South Ayrshire who have limited adult support at home and are affected by issues including poverty, drugs, …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th February 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 27th February 2017

BRITISH AIRWAYS MIXED FLEET CABIN CREW PAY DISPUTE

Tabled by: John Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House supports workers in British Airways Mixed Fleet cabin crew in their current industrial dispute over pay; condemns the significant pay package of £6.5 million to the boss of the airline's parent company, International Airlines Group; contrasts that package with reports that the starting basic pay of a …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2017
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WORLD INDOOR BOWLS CHAMPIONSHIP

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates Irvine born and Troon resident Paul Foster MBE on winning his fifth World Indoor Bowls championship; appreciates the thrilling climax that he and his opponent, Greg Harlow, provided to end the tournament in a high-quality final that was an excellent advertisement for the sport; acknowledges that …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th February 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th February 2017

SALE OF STUDENT LOANS

Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House expresses grave concern at the proposed sale of student loans; is further concerned that any privatisation will not be beneficial for taxpayers; expresses concern that it may have serious consequences as the UK market has little experience of buying debt with an uncertain maturity date; notes that …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 14
Independent: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd February 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th February 2017

GORDON AIKMAN BEM

Tabled by: Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House celebrates the life and legacy of Gordon Aikman BEM and mourns his death; notes the enormous contribution that Gordon Aikman made to Scottish politics; is in awe of his selfless campaigning work following his diagnosis with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) at the age of 29; welcomes the …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017

NUCLEAR WORKERS' PENSIONS

Tabled by: Albert Owen (Labour - Ynys Môn)
That this House is greatly concerned about the proposed pension reforms to civil nuclear workers on Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) estates; notes that during the course of the Enterprise Act 2016, these workers were also marked for a cap to be imposed on their exit payments, and were assured at …
127 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 87
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 6
Crossbench: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th January 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017

VISIT TO PARLIAMENT BY PRESIDENT TRUMP

Tabled by: Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House deplores recent actions taken by US President Donald J Trump, including his Executive Order on Immigration and Refugees, and notably his comments on torture and women; notes the historical significance and honour that comes with an invitation to address both Houses of Parliament in Westminster Hall or …
206 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 135
Scottish National Party: 49
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
7th December 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017

ACCESS TO EU RESEARCH PROGRAMMES

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises the importance of maintaining the UK's world-leading research base; notes that this is vital to the UK's international reputation and to its future health, environment and economy; emphasises that science is international and depends on the freedom of all researchers to seek collaboration and training around …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 19
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
31st January 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 31st January 2017

CLYDE REVOLT 1919 - COMMEMORATION

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House remembers the Clyde Workers Committee which sought to demand a 40 hour working week for all workers; recognises the historical, social and cultural importance of the calling of the General Strike and Clyde Revolt to seek the implementation of the 40 hour week; further recognises those who …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th January 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 30th January 2017

US PRESIDENT'S EXECUTIVE ORDER ON REFUGEE AND OTHER IMMIGRATION ADMISSIONS

Tabled by: Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House condemns the decision of the US President to issue an Executive Order banning all refugee admissions to the US, and the temporary suspension of all people born in Iran, Iraq, Somalia, Syria, Sudan, Yemen and Libya; and calls on the Prime Minister to make urgent representations to …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th October 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 23rd January 2017

VOTING SYSTEM FOR GENERAL ELECTIONS

Tabled by: Chuka Umunna (Liberal Democrat - Streatham)
That this House welcomes the various collaborative campaigns to make votes matter by introducing a fair voting system; notes that petitions started since the 2015 general election calling for a fair voting system have gained over 500,000 signatures, and that recent polling suggests a significant majority of the public support …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
17th January 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 20th January 2017

FALKIRK FORTH VALLEY SENSORY CENTRE

Tabled by: John McNally (Scottish National Party - Falkirk)
That this House congratulates Falkirk Forth Valley Sensory Centre in its continued pursuit of providing highly-valued services that greatly promote integration in the community; acknowledges that the sensory centre's partnership with Slimming World is a truly innovative service, proving popular with the deaf, hard of hearing, blind and partially-sighted people …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th January 2017
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 12th January 2017

ORGAN DONATION PRESUMED CONSENT

Tabled by: Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House congratulates the Welsh Government on the introduction of presumed consent for organ donation in Wales; notes that 39 lives have been saved in the past year; is concerned that the UK has one of the lowest rates of organ donation consent in Europe; notes the UK target …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th January 2017
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UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION 2334

Tabled by: Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House welcomes the Government's support for UN Security Council resolution 2334 concerning Israel's illegal settlement building in occupied Palestinian territory; notes clause 5 that resolution text which calls on all states to distinguish, in their relevant dealings, between territory of the state of Israel and the Palestinian territories …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th January 2017
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GENOCIDE BY DAESH AGAINST THE YAZIDI PEOPLE

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House awaits an appropriate response from the Government to the genocide carried out by Daesh against the Yazidi people, who had been disarmed and were then abandoned by the Kurdish Regional Government; appreciates that this has left the community without a means of defence; recognises the need for …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 6
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th May 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016

LEGAL RECOGNITION FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT ASSOCIATE WITH A PARTICULAR GENDER

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the support expressed during the 2015-16 parliamentary session to address the issues faced by people whose identities are neither male nor female; believes that people are compromised and diminished as a result of inappropriate gender references on their personal identity information; acknowledges that all passports issued …
86 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 28
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th December 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 19th December 2016

FIFA RECOGNITION OF FOOTBALL TEAMS IN THE OCCUPIED PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes with considerable concern that six football teams based in illegal Israeli settlements are playing in the Israeli football league, in the 3rd, 4th and 5th tiers, organised by the Israel Football Association (IFA), a member of FIFA; further notes that UN resolutions and international law are …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th December 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 19th December 2016

POLICE RAID OF THE OFFICES OF THE AHMADIYYA MUSLIM COMMUNITY IN RABWAH, PAKISTAN

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House expresses concern over the raid of the offices of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Rabwah, Pakistan by the Counter-Terrorism Department of the Punjab Police on 5 December 2016; notes that four Ahmadis were arrested during the raid, and that they were office workers affiliated with the Ahmadiyya …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th December 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 15th December 2016

PLANNED CLOSURE OF JOB CENTRES IN GLASGOW

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House is concerned at the planned office closures of jobcentres in Glasgow; is further concerned that the proposals would see eight of the 16 jobcentre offices across Glasgow close, affecting some 68,000 people in receipt of jobseeker's allowance, employment and support allowance and universal credit; believes that this …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th December 2016
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120 YEARS OF GLASGOW SUBWAY

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House celebrates the 120th birthday of the Glasgow subway; notes that it is the third oldest underground in the world, opening on 14 December 1896, appreciates that the Glasgow subway is currently undergoing a significant upgrade, with improved stations, infrastructure and trains; recognises the calls to expand the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th December 2016

PRISON OFFICER RETIREMENT AGE

Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House recognises the important role fulfilled by prison officers in the criminal justice system and the physical and often dangerous nature of their work; further recognises that prison officers perform a vital front line role akin to other first response and emergency services; notes with concern that the …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th December 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 12th December 2016

CHILDREN'S FUNERAL COSTS

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

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House applauds the efforts of the Church of Scotland Glasgow Presbytery to engage in international twinning arrangements with groups including the Diocese of Hyderabad to promote and develop international and interfaith dialogue, constructive communications and mutual understanding; agrees that this kind of engagement benefits faith communities, and also …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
7th December 2016
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GIFT CARDS

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is concerned to learn that an estimated £300 million has been lost to customers due to gift cards expiring, according to the UK Gift Card and Voucher Association; applauds the Sunday Post for highlighting this issue; calls on all companies who sell gift cards to remove arbitrary …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th December 2016
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GOLD SPORT SCOTLAND AWARDS AND ST JOHN'S BARRHEAD, BRAIDBAR, THORNLIEBANK, EAGLESHAM AND GIFFNOCK PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates the pupils, teachers and communities of St John's Barrhead, Braidbar, Giffnock, Eaglesham and Thornliebank Primary Schools on their outstanding achievement in being awarded Sport Scotland Gold status; recognises the huge commitment this has involved from sports committees, sports clubs, school staff, active schools teams and dedicated …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
7th December 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th December 2016

PROSECUTION OF THE SPEAKER OF THE CATALAN PARLIAMENT

Tabled by: George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House notes with concern the decision of Catalonia's High Court to proceed with the prosecution of the Speaker and President of the Catalan Parliament, Carme Forcadell, for allegedly violating Spanish law by allowing a parliamentary debate on altering the Spanish constitution, specifically on holding a referendum on Catalan …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st December 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 1st December 2016

ROUKEN GLEN PARK

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Rouken Glen Park on being awarded the title of UK's Best Park in the Fields in Trust Awards 2016; understands that over 200 locations were nominated for the award; applauds the tireless work and enthusiasm of those who work so hard to keep Rouken Glen so …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th November 2016

SUPPORT FOR BEDOUIN VILLAGERS IN THE NEGEV

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House is gravely concerned at plans by the Israeli government to demolish the Israeli-Arab village, Umm al-Hiran, in the Negev area of Israel; notes with dismay that it reportedly intends to evict the 500 Bedouin residents of the village, which has existed for nearly 60 years, with the …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th November 2016

CEASEFIRE ANNOUNCEMENT IN YEMEN BY SECRETARY KERRY

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House supports the announcement by US Secretary of State John Kerry that the Saudi-led coalition and Houthi group in Yemen have agreed to a ceasefire which begins on 17 November 2016 believes a ceasefire to be vitally important in securing a permanent cessation of hostilities and diplomatic negotiations …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
29th November 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th November 2016

GLASGOW CALEDONIAN UNIVERSITY ADVANCED HIGHER HUB

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises the ground-breaking work of Glasgow Caledonian University's Advanced Higher Hub, which widens access to education for school pupils across Glasgow by offering Advanced Highers to pupils in schools where those qualifications are not currently available; congratulates the Hub on the outstanding pass rate of 91 per …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th November 2016

PARLIAMENTARY SCRUTINY OF TRADE DEALS

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House is concerned that UK international investment policy has not kept pace with commitments on human rights, the environment and international development, most especially that the formulation of existing Bilateral Investment Treaties may prevent partner countries from implementing policies to further progress in those areas, and that the …
117 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 52
Labour: 47
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 28th November 2016

CHINA AND ORGAN HARVESTING

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses deep concern over forced organ harvesting being carried out in China; further expresses dismay at the ongoing persecution of Christians in China and that human rights are being denied in Tibet and Hong Kong; and calls on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to bring these matters …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
16th November 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Friday 25th November 2016

SALE OF PUBLIC ASSETS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the Government appears rightly ambivalent about selling off profitable national assets, no final decisions having been made on privatising the Land Registry and Channel 4, while plans are at an early stage for selling off the public stake in National Air Traffic Services (NATS) and …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
15th November 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 24th November 2016

WOMEN'S RIGHTS IN BAHRAIN

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House expresses its concern about the August 2016 arrest of Ghada Jamsheer, a prominent Bahraini women's rights and pro-democracy activist, on charges related to her exercising freedom of expression and making criticisms online of the government of Bahrain; recognises the ongoing judical harassment Ghada Jamsheer has faced as …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd November 2016
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WOMEN AGAINST VIOLENT ENVIRONMENTS AND THE DOMESTIC ABUSE PROJECT

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commends the organisation Women Against Violent Environments and the Domestic Abuse Project for the excellent work they do in supporting women and children dealing with and fleeing domestic violence; notes that these services, based in Castlemilk, have provided drop-in services, training, arts and crafts work and counselling …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2016
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278 NETHERLEE BOYS' BRIGADE

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House commends all volunteers in youth organisations who give freely of their time to provide the best start in life for so many young people; records, in particular, its thanks to the many volunteers who have helped sustain the 278 Netherlee Boys' Brigade throughout the 80 years since …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
23rd November 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd November 2016

BURGH OF CLYDEBANK 130 YEAR ANNIVERSARY BY WORK AND BY KNOWLEDGE

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the 130 year anniversary of the Burgh of Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire; further recognises the debt owed to those who made the burgh their home and helped to create a powerhouse of 20th century engineering through the construction of the great liners of the Cunard Line, such …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 1
21st November 2016
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AYRSHIRE PRIMARY SCHOOLS AND BREAKFAST CLUB AWARDS

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the achievements of Ayrshire schools Tarbolton Primary and St Mark's Primary in winning the Kellogg's Breakfast Club awards for, respectively, the Best Breakfast Club in Scotland and the Long Life and Sustainability Award; values these breakfast clubs for their role in providing a nutritious start to …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2016
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GINGERBREAD REPORT ON CHILD MAINTENANCE SERVICE

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the report from the charity Gingerbread, entitled Missing maintenance; notes that when child maintenance goes unpaid by a parent, children lose out; deplores the disastrous record of the Child Support Agency in collecting unpaid child maintenance, which has resulted in almost £4 billion of outstanding arrears; …
97 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 35
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2016
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ARGYLL TALKING NEWSPAPERS 30TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Argyll Talking Newspapers, the Ardrishaig-based charity which in 2016 is celebrating its 30th anniversary of reading and recording local news for blind and visually impaired people in Argyll and Bute and across the highlands and islands of Scotland; notes that since 1986 tens of thousands of …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
16th November 2016
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THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF ST. ANDREW'S PARISH, ROTHESAY, ISLE OF BUTE

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Fr Michael Hutson and all the parishioners, past and present, of St Andrew's Church, Rothesay on the Isle of Bute on the occasion of the parish's sesquicentennial celebration, 150 years of the island's Roman Catholic community being officially recognised as a parish on Bute; acknowledges that …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2016
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EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House raises serious concern that the Government is considering abandoning its obligation to host the 2023 European Capital of Culture, to be launched in December 2016, because the event will take place four years after the planned date for the UK leaving the EU; notes that Dundee has …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
2nd November 2016
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STANDING ROCK SIOUX RESERVATION AND THE NORTH DAKOTA PIPELINE

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the profound issues faced by the First Nations of the United States since European settlement; further recognises that members of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe see the pipeline as a major environmental and cultural threat to the First Nations of the Americas; understands that historical and …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
18th October 2016
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KAMAL FOROUGHI AND NAZANIN ZAGHARI-RATCLIFFE

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses grave concern regarding the cases of Mr Kamal Foroughi and Ms Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, British dual nationals, who are currently imprisoned without charge in Iran; is worried for the health and safety of Mr Foroughi and Ms Zaghari-Ratcliffe who have both been kept in solitary confinement at …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 19
Independent: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
13th September 2016
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DEATH OF POLITICAL PRISONERS IN IRAN IN 1988

Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House notes that the audio file of Ayatollah Montrazeri, former heir to Khomeini, in 1988, reveals new evidence about the massacre of more than 30,000 political prisoners in Iran's prisons in the summer of 1988 including women and children and all political prisoners who supported the opposition movement …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 14
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
31st October 2016
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CHILDREN'S SOCIAL CARE

Tabled by: David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That this House recognises the valuable role that social workers and all staff employed in the children's social care profession play in protecting and safeguarding vulnerable children; notes with concern that the Children and Social Work Bill contains a provision that would give Government Ministers the power to exempt local …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th October 2016
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JOHN AINSLIE

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes with sadness the passing of Mr John Ainslie, the co-ordinator for the Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND), on Friday 21 October 2016; recognises that he was a fervent peace advocate and was an influential voice in championing nuclear disarmament; agrees that Mr Ainslie was a …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 4
Labour: 1
26th October 2016
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2016 MÒD NAN EILEAN SIAR

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates the Royal National Mòd and organisers, An Comunn Gaidhealachd, on the success of the 2016 Mòd Nan Eilean Siar; recognises that the Mòd is the world's largest annual celebration of Gàidhlig music, culture and art with thousands of competitors attending from all over the world; notes …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
26th October 2016
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CONGRATULATIONS TO GLASGOW WOMEN'S LIBRARY - VENUE OF THE YEAR

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House sends its warmest congratulations to Glasgow Women's Library, based in Bridgeton, on winning Venue of the Year at The Icon 2016 awards which celebrates UK diversity; considers that Glasgow Women's Library, a Recognised Collection of National Significance, is a beacon for feminist thought, history and performance; and …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th October 2016
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FUNDING FOR MENTAL HEALTH

Tabled by: Luciana Berger (Liberal Democrat - Liverpool, Wavertree)
That this House welcomes the extra media coverage afforded to mental health as a result of World Mental Health Day; notes the findings of the independent Mental Health Taskforce that called for extra spending to tackle the chronic underfunding of services and committed the NHS to a major transformation of …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th September 2016
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ISABEL McCUE MBE, FOUNDER OF THEATRE NEMO

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates Isabel McCue, founder and Chair of Theatre Nemo, on her recent honour from Her Majesty the Queen; recognises that this MBE was awarded in acknowledgement of Ms McCue's exemplary service to the arts community; considers that Theatre Nemo, which is an award-winning theatre company, gives …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th October 2016
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HATE CRIME AWARENESS WEEK

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House welcomes the attention that Hate Crime Awareness Week gives to the impact of crimes that are motivated by prejudice of some kind, where the victim is targeted because they are a member of a particular social group or have a particular characteristic, which the perpetrator has negative …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
12th October 2016
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WORLD ARTHRITIS DAY 2016

Tabled by: Liz McInnes (Labour - Heywood and Middleton)
That this House recognises that 10 million people in the UK are living and working with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions; further recognises that the pain, isolation and fatigue of arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions can affect every aspect of the daily lives of the people living with these conditions, interfering with …
69 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 22
Conservative: 7
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th October 2016
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BABY LOSS AWARENESS WEEK

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports Baby Loss Awareness Week which runs from 9 October to 15 October 2016, involving 21 pregnancy and baby loss charities in the UK to mark the brief lives of babies lost in pregnancy or soon after birth; understands the devastating impact that baby loss has on …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th October 2016
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IMMIGRATION POLICY

Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House expresses serious concern over the future direction of immigration policy in the UK following proposals announced by senior Government Ministers speaking at the Conservative party conference, including plans for private companies to record the number of foreign workers in their employ; believes that a person's suitability for …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
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50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ABERFAN DISASTER

Tabled by: Gerald Jones (Labour - Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney)
That this House sends a message of wholehearted support to the people of Aberfan, Merthyr Vale and surrounding communities in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the Aberfan Disaster on 21 October 1966 that resulted in the loss of 116 children and 28 adults, an event of such unimaginable and …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th October 2016
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MARSHALL ISLANDS

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes that the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation on Nuclear Weapons (NPT) Review Conference met again at the United Nations in New York in April and May 2015; understands that the UK signed up to and ratified the NPT in 1968, including Article VI, which creates an obligation …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th October 2016
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BIG LOTTERY FUND - LONDON OLYMPICS REPAYMENT

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House supports calls for the Government to repay the £425 million that it borrowed in 2007 from the Big Lottery Fund to help fund the shortfall in money needed to pay for the London Olympics and Paralympics; understands that the money was to be paid back when assets, …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th July 2016
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CIVIL SERVICE COMPENSATION SCHEME

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is concerned by the Government's proposed reforms of the Civil Service Compensation Scheme (CSCS); notes the proposal to drastically cut civil service compensation payments by between 25 and 60 per cent, affecting thousands of civil servants across the UK; is alarmed that these reforms are being brought …
113 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 42
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
14th September 2016
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JAMIE MURRAY AND BRUNO SOARES DOUBLES TITLE VICTORY

Tabled by: Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House congratulates Dunblane's Jamie Murray and Brazil's Bruno Soares on their win in the US Open Men's Doubles final; notes that this achievement follows victory by the pair in the Australian Open tennis championships earlier in 2016; commends both players on the example they set for young tennis …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 45
Independent: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2016
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CHANNEL 4'S YEAR OF DISABILITY AND UK PARALYMPIANS

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House welcomes Channel 4's Year of Disability and the commitment to broadcasting over 700 hours of coverage from the Paralympic Games in Rio in Summer 2016; commends the diversity of Channel 4's presenting and production teams in Rio, which includes the largest ever team of disabled presenters on …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
6th September 2016
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ACCESS TO PAYPAL IN THE PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes with concern and surprise that the worldwide online payment system, PayPal, is not available to use for Palestinians living in the West Bank and Gaza, despite it being available to users in Israel and Israeli settlers living in the occupied West Bank; recognises that the situation …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th September 2016
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50TH ANNIVERSARY OF STAR TREK

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes that 8 September 2016 marks the 50th anniversary of the first broadcast episode of the Star Trek television series; congratulates the many actors, writers, producers and technical staff who have contributed to the show's success over the last 50 years; pays tribute to those of the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
5th September 2016
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CONCENTRIX

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House condemns the treatment of UK citizens by Concentrix, a multi-billion pound American business services company contracted by HM Revenue and Customs to investigate alleged benefit fraud, paid on a results basis when it cuts the tax credit bill, profiting from stopping payments to those most in need; …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 40
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th September 2016
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GLOW GOLD SEPTEMBER CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Glow Gold September campaign which aims to raise the profile of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by encouraging iconic buildings to illuminate their facade in gold; notes that the campaign was started in Edinburgh by parents whose children were diagnosed with cancer and …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
5th September 2016
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CITIZENS ADVICE SCOTLAND'S REPORT, LIVING AT THE SHARP END

Tabled by: Eilidh Whiteford (Scottish National Party - Banff and Buchan)
That this House welcomes Citizens Advice Scotland's report, entitled Living at the Sharp End, which analyses the causes and impact of periods of no income for Citizen Advice Bureaux clients in Scotland, and notes that such periods are most often caused by issues caused by the Government's regressive austerity-fuelled welfare …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 45
Independent: 1
18th July 2016
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STATUTORY MAXIMUM WORKING TEMPERATURE

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that workers in the UK lack adequate legal safeguards from working in uncomfortably high temperatures, owing to the lack of a statutory maximum temperature at which employers would have to introduce control measures, such as breaks, access to water or air conditioning; further notes that this …
158 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 48
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 4
Non-affiliated: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
20th July 2016
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TELEGRAPH/ALDI SCHOOL CHAMPION AWARD WINNER, CORMACK O'HARA

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates 15 year old Cormack O'Hara of Newton Mearns on his outstanding achievement in winning a Telegraph/Aldi School Champion Award; notes that Cormack, who attends Williamwood High School, is autistic, and has epilepsy and severe anxiety, which made transitioning to high school two years ago very challenging; …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
20th July 2016
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VIOLENCE IN BURUNDI

Tabled by: Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House notes and condemns the escalating political violence in Burundi; highlights the alarming number of alleged killings, torture, arbitrary arrests and enforced disappearances that have occurred there since President Nkurunziza defied the constitution and stood for a third term in office in April 2015; recognises that over 250,000 …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
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RETIREMENT OF NOLEEN DELENEY

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the vitally important contribution made by Noleen Deleney to the catering services of the House of Commons on the occasion of her retirement from the House after 29 years of dedicated service; acknowledges her immense contribution in ensuring members feel welcomed and able to carry out …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 24
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
19th July 2016
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DEATH SQUADS IN THE PHILIPPINES AND PRESIDENT DUTERTE

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House condemns in the strongest terms the extra-judicial killings of drug users in the Philippines; expresses the deepest concern that the killings come as a result of newly inaugurated President, Rodrigo Duterte, telling citizens to form death squads and in his words to go ahead and kill drug …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
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HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE GAMBIA

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House is very concerned about the situation in the Gambia with the continuing crack-down on freedom of expression, assembly and association, illustrated by the death in April of Solo Sandeng, Secretary of the opposition United Democratic Party, after being detained for participating in a protest in Banjul; is …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
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MANDELA DAY AND THE LEGACY OF NELSON MANDELA

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House remembers with respect and love, in the week of his birthday, the incredible legacy left by Nelson Mandela to the world; acknowledges that to many Africans he was known simply as Madiba; endorses the message behind Mandela Day that all citizens of the world should endeavour to …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
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MINING AT GONG-NGON LARI, TIBET

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes with concern the treatment of protesters in Amchok, Tibet who were highlighting concerns about the environmental damage being caused by gold mining at Gong-ngon Lari; further notes that this site has occasioned at least 30 non-violent protests; notes the latest protest occurred in early June with …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
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REPORT ON THE VOLKSWAGEN EMISSIONS SCANDAL

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes the Third Report of the Transport Committee, on Volkswagen emissions scandal and vehicle type approvals, HC69, which criticises Volkswagen for its deception in the recent emissions scandal; recognises that the company acted with a cynical disregard for emissions limits which exist to protect human health; criticises …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 47
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th July 2016
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DRESS CODES FOR WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the right of employers to determine a dress code for public-facing staff but does not accept that they have a right to insist on the compulsory wearing by female employees of high heels which cause short-term discomfort but long-term conditions such as hallux valgus, bunions and …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th July 2016
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AYR CHORAL UNION AND SCOTLAND SINGS MILESTONE AWARD

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises that Ayr Choral Union is currently celebrating 140 years of choral singing in Ayr and that, in recognition of this, it has been awarded the Scotland Sings Milestone Award for 2016; and admires the dedication of the choir members in raising the funds required to hire …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2016
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FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR ADOPTIVE FAMILIES

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises that parents do not choose to adopt a child for financial gain, but feels that they should be supported to avoid financial stress when taking a child into their family; decries the inequality of self-employed adopters receiving no financial support during adoption leave unless they qualify …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th July 2016
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GAMBLE AWARE WEEK

Tabled by: Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House welcomes the launch of Gamble Aware Week which runs from 18 to 23 July 2016; notes that this initiative is now in its second year; recognises the outstanding work that charities such as GamCare, RCA Trust and Gordon Moody do, working together with the betting industry to …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
12th July 2016
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AUTISM-FRIENDLY SHOPPING AT INTU BRAEHEAD

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes an initiative launched by intu Braehead to make the shopping centre more autism-friendly; notes that staff at intu Braehead have been given specialist training by Scottish Autism to better understand the challenges facing people with autism and what can be done to support them and their …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th July 2016
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WIMBLEDON 2016

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Andy Murray, Jordanne Whiley, Gordon Reid, Alfie Hewitt and Heather Watson for their historic success at Wimbledon; commends Andy Murray for winning his second Wimbledon title and his third Grand Slam overall and applauds Jordanne Whiley for winning her third Wimbledon women's wheelchair doubles title in …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
27th June 2016
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ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW 2016

Tabled by: Michelle Thomson (Independent - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates the Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland on its 176th show and another successful year holding the event in lngliston; notes that the show generates over £46 million for the Scottish economy every year and brings a significant number of jobs and tourists to Edinburgh …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
29th June 2016
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THE HOUSE OF LORDS AND THE OUTCOME OF THE EU REFERENDUM

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the arguments of Vote Leave during the EU referendum process around the importance of democracy and the electorate holding decision-makers to account; further notes that as part of the UK's withdrawal from the EU both Houses of Parliament will have a significant say on many of …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd May 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th June 2016

FOSTER CARERS AND THE PUBLIC INTEREST DISCLOSURE ACT

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes that the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 (PIDA) does not cover foster carers; further notes that such carers are therefore in a vulnerable position if they choose to speak out about alleged wrongdoing or poor practice; expresses concern that this may act as a disincentive to …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
28th June 2016
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ROLE OF SCOTLAND'S FIRST MINISTER IN APPOINTMENT OF A NEW COMMISSIONER

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the decision of Lord Hill, the UK Commissioner, to resign his post in the aftermath of the EU referendum; commends him for his work and for having taken this difficult but principled decision in the light of the result; further notes the decision of the people …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 40
Independent: 4
8th June 2016
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EU-CANADA COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC AND TRADE AGREEMENT

Tabled by: Carolyn Harris (Labour - Swansea East)
That this House is concerned about the lack of parliamentary and public debate around the EU-Canada trade agreement CETA, most especially that CETA may be provisionally implemented before a debate in the House; recognises that it has still not been confirmed whether CETA is a mixed or sole competence agreement, …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th June 2016
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QUEEN'S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE TO THE VALE OF LEVEN AUTISM AND ASPERGER'S FORUM

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates the Vale of Leven Autism and Asperger's Forum (VOLAAF) on being awarded the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service, the MBE for voluntary groups, which is the highest form of recognition for voluntary organisations; believes that VOLAAF carries out invaluable work in supporting parents and carers of …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th June 2016
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CROSSHOUSE EARLY LANGUAGE CENTRE

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House recognises the work that the Crosshouse Early Language Centre performs in supporting pre-school children with a variety of severe language and communication difficulties; congratulates the centre on its £10,000 Awards for All Scotland grant for upgrades to the centre's outdoor facilities to help develop children's communication and …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
15th June 2016
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NATASHA KERR

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Natasha Kerr from the old mill town of Catrine in East Ayrshire for her Scotland's Youth Worker of the Year and Volunteer of the Year awards from YouthLink Scotland; pays tribute to her outstanding dedication to her work in mentoring young athletes with the Catrine Youth …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th June 2016
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EAST AYRSHIRE CARERS CENTRE

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates the East Ayrshire Carers Centre on its award of £40,000 from the ScottishPower Energy People Trust; understands that the award enables the provision of a more direct service to vulnerable carers in rural areas where transport costs can become a barrier to receiving support; welcomes the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
13th June 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th June 2016

DEVELOPMENTS IN LIBYA

Tabled by: George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House voices its concern regarding political developments in Libya and, in particular, the possibility that the UK may be drawn directly into armed conflict in that country; notes that a draft proposal has been circulated by the UK representative to other members of the UN Security Council proposing …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th June 2016
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TERRORIST ATTACKS IN ORLANDO

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House condemns the horrific terrorist attacks on innocent civilians celebrating Pride Month at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida; offers its deepest sympathies to the families of those killed and injured; extends its sincerest condolences to the whole of the US; recognises the tragedy as an attack of …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 40
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th June 2016
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MARY'S MEALS AND THE QUEEN'S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICES

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the Scottish charity Mary's Meals on being awarded the Queens' Award for Voluntary Services; notes that Mary's Meals provides school meals for thousands of children worldwide through a network supported by over 65,000 volunteers; believes that the work done by Mary's Meals makes a significant contribution …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th June 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th June 2016

NORTH AYRSHIRE MUSIC SERVICE

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates North Ayrshire Music Service on its many achievements during the 2015-16 school session, as it continues to offer fantastic opportunities for children to become involved in music-related activities in school and in extra-curricular environments; notes that funding from Creative Scotland Youth Music Initiative has allowed every …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
23rd May 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2016

FIXED-ODDS BETTING TERMINALS

Tabled by: Carolyn Harris (Labour - Swansea East)
That this House welcomes the creation of the Fixed Odds Betting Terminals All-Party Parliamentary Group; acknowledges that there has been a widespread proliferation in the number of fixed-odds betting terminals (FOBTs) since the Gambling Act was passed in 2005; notes that more can and should be done by all stakeholders …
85 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th May 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2016

KIM LITTLE, FOOTBALLER OF THE YEAR 2016

Tabled by: Eilidh Whiteford (Scottish National Party - Banff and Buchan)
That this House congratulates former Mintlaw Academy pupil Kim Little on being voted the BBC's Women's Footballer of the Year 2016; notes that the Seattle Reign player topped a supporters' poll to become the second winner of the BBC World Service award; recognises that Kim, who was born in Aberdeen, …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th May 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK 2016

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises Mental Health Awareness Week 2016, which runs from 16 May until 22 May 2016; notes that this is an awareness campaign dedicated to highlighting sufferers of mental health problems, looking particularly at how relationships are essential to maintaining good mental health; acknowledges that mental illness is …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th May 2016
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DEMENTIA AWARENESS WEEK

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House supports Dementia Awareness Week; congratulates the hard work and care that Dementia UK and the Alzheimer's Society give to sufferers and their families; and urges the Government to work together with pharmaceutical companies to continue to find a cure for dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
50 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 8
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th May 2016
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BRAIN FAMILY

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls on the Government to honour the principle of the post work study visa to the Brain family, currently living in Dingwall, as was applicable when the family up-rooted themselves from Australia to come to Scotland in 2011 and to recognise the contribution and commitment the family …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 48
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th May 2016
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GUILLAIN-BARRÉ SYNDROME

Tabled by: Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House notes that 2016 marks the centenary of the diagnosis of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS); acknowledges that GBS affects 1,500 people in the UK every year; recognises that although 80 per cent of all of those who are affected make a full recovery, between 12 and 15 per cent …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2016
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SCOTLAND RUGBY SEVENS VICTORY

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scotland team for winning the HSBC World Sevens Series cup in London; notes that this was not only its first cup win since the Series started in 1999 but its first final appearance; commends the team’s spirit for the thrilling manner of victory in scoring …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
18th May 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2016

SHETLAND GAS PLANT

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House celebrates the opening of the Shetland Gas Plant which provides a boost in confidence to the North Sea oil and gas sector and makes Scotland self sufficient in gas for many decades into the future; and encourages the Government to devolve the control and stewardship of those …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Independent: 1
18th May 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th May 2016

STEPHANIE INGLIS

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House wishes to extend its support and very best wishes to Commonwealth Games athlete Stephanie Inglis, who is presently critically ill in hospital in Vietnam; in doing so recognises the extraordinary efforts of her family, friends and all the thousands of members of the public who have already …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 53
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th April 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd May 2016

AUTISM AWARENESS

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that a recent report by the National Autistic Society entitled Too Much Information, why the public needs to understand autism better, found that half of autistic people and families sometimes don't go out because they are worried about how people will react to their condition; …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th April 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th April 2016

OFFICE OF THE SCOTTISH CHARITY REGULATOR 10TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) as it celebrates its 10th anniversary and notes that throughout its time as Scotland's charity regulator, its focus has been on targeting its effort and resources on maintaining the public's confidence in charities; acknowledges that work continues as …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 44
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th April 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th April 2016

INFANT MORTALITY

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the Scottish National Party's manifesto commitment to a maternity package initiative, intended to be funded by Scottish taxpayers, which includes the provision of a baby box for new parents and their newly-born baby; notes that this box contains essential items to give each baby the best …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th April 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th April 2016

NATO-RUSSIA COUNCIL

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the pragmatic and realistic approach adopted by NATO in its decision to invite Russia to re-establish the NATO-Russia Council; is encouraged by Russian acceptance of the rapprochement; and supports further NATO-Russia Council talks as a continuing step to improving relations and to help avoid unnecessary conflicts …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th April 2016

LEGAL RECOGNITION FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT ASSOCIATE WITH A PARTICULAR GENDER

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the support expressed during the last parliamentary session to address the issues faced by people whose identities are neither male nor female; believes that people are compromised and diminished as a result of inappropriate gender references on their personal identity information; acknowledges that all passports issued …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 30
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
15th March 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 18th April 2016

THE CLOSURE OF GUANTANAMO BAY

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes President Obama's latest plan to fulfil his pledge to close Guatanamo Bay by the end of his Presidency; notes that this is President Obama's last year in office and that his first executive order in January 2009 was to close Guantanamo; further notes that a recent …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th April 2016
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SUPPORT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS ORGANISATIONS IN ISRAEL AND PALESTINE

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House supports Israeli and Palestinian human rights organisations and non-profits that have come under attack from all branches of the Israeli government; expresses deep concerns that officials in the Israeli government are collaborating with extremist right-wing and fascist organisations such as Im Tirzu in order to silence those …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th April 2016
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RELEASE OF PALESTINIAN MP MARWAN BARGHOUTHI

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes that the Palestinian politician and elected Member of the Palestinian Legislative Authority Marwan Barghouthi has been held in an Israeli prison continuously since 15 April 2002; further notes that, despite spending the last 14 years in jail, he is still the candidate in the strongest position …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th April 2016
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FIONA SEMPLE, UNIVERSAL HEALTH VISITOR OF THE YEAR 2016

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Fiona Semple, the health visiting team leader at Campbeltown Hospital in Argyll and Bute, on becoming the 2016 UK Universal Health Visitor of the Year; acknowledges Fiona's 33 years of dedicated service to the NHS and to serving the needs of the people of the Kintyre …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
11th April 2016
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50th ANNIVERSARY OF CROSS ARTHURLIE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Cross Arthurlie Primary School in Barrhead on the occasion of its 50th anniversary; applauds the school community past and present for its strong school and community ethos; recognises the efforts of organisers who encouraged former pupils and staff to join the golden anniversary celebrations; welcomes the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
22nd March 2016
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INCLUDE ME 2 CLUB, EAST RENFREWSHIRE

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House applauds the valuable work of Include Me 2 Club, based in Barrhead East Renfrewshire; congratulates members, volunteers and supporters on a successful first five years; recognises the dedication of those who organise this weekly social club in the local community for adults with learning, physical and mental …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd March 2016
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DOWRY BURNINGS IN THE INDIAN SUBCONTINENT

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House condemns what it believes is the murderous, misogynistic and barbaric practice of dowry burnings in the Indian subcontinent; understands that these incidents, which are also known as bride burnings, have multiplied tenfold over the last two decades; recognises that they happen when a wife is murdered by …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Labour: 7
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th March 2016
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DEMOLITION OF PALESTINIAN HOMES BY ISRAEL

Tabled by: Alan Duncan (Conservative - Rutland and Melton)
That this House condemns the major escalation in demolitions by the Israeli government in the Occupied Palestinian Territories; notes that 293 structural demolitions have taken place in the first six weeks of 2016, including numerous homes; expresses concern for the devastating effects such demolitions have on innocent civilians; further notes …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
8th February 2016
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BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House calls for an increase in the percentage of national spend on research into cancer to be spent on research for better diagnosis and treatment of brain tumours; expresses concern that brain tumours received 1.5 per cent, £7.7 million, of the £498 million national spend on research into …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
14th March 2016
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ROYAL COLLEGE OF NURSING

Tabled by: Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
"at end add 'and endorses the RCN's #NursingCounts campaign to highlight the 14 per cent real terms fall in nursing pay since 2010 which is forcing more and more nurses and healthcare assistants to consider their future in the profession they love; and encourages Ministers to listen to the College's …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 6
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th March 2016
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 14th March 2016

CLYDEBANK BLITZ, 75th ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House marks the 75th anniversary of the Clydebank Blitz, which, on 13 and 14 March 1941, involved the bombing of what were seen by the Nazi regime as strategic military targets, including the John Brown shipyard, Beardmore shipyard, Admiralty Oil Storage and Singer Sewing Machine factory, then, munitions …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2016
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BRIDGE CHURCH COMMUNITY ACTION PROJECT BIG LOTTERY FUND AWARD

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates the Bridge Church Community Action Project in North Ayrshire, on being awarded £10,000 from the Big Lottery Fund in February 2016 as part of the Awards for All Scotland grant programme; commends the work of the Big Lottery Fund, which supports smaller organisations in securing funding …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2016
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KILWINNING SPORTS CLUB BIG LOTTERY FUND AWARD

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Kilwinning Sports Club, in Kilwinning, North Ayrshire, on being awarded £800 from the Big Lottery Fund in February 2016 as part of the Awards for All Scotland grant programme; commends the work of the Big Lottery Fund, which supports smaller organisations in securing funding for a …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2016
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PENNYBURN REGENERATION YOUTH DEVELOPMENT ENTERPRISE (PRYDE) BIG LOTTERY FUND AWARD

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates the Pennyburn Regeneration Youth Development Enterprise (PRYDE), in North Ayrshire, on being awarded £9,500 from the Big Lottery Fund in February 2016, as part of the Awards for All Scotland grant programme; commends the work of the Big Lottery Fund, which supports smaller organisations in securing …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2016
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COLD WATER ISLAND TOURISM CONFERENCE 2016

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House welcomes the second Cold Water Island Tourism (CWIT) Conference, which is to be held from 14 to 16 March 2016 on the Isle of Arran, following what it considers the tremendous success of that conference in 2015; notes that CWIT is an initiative to promote, celebrate and …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 5
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th March 2016
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TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP AND THE EUROPEAN UNION REFERENDUM

Tabled by: Alan Johnson (Labour - Kingston upon Hull West and Hessle)
That this House notes the concerns of grassroots campaigners about the potential impact of the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) on the ability of hon. Members and EU sovereign member states to make decisions in the public interest; in particular notes concerns surrounding the investor state dispute settlement mechanism, …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th March 2016
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CALLS FOR REPORTS OF CIVILIAN CASUALTIES IN MILITARY CONFLICTS

Tabled by: Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House calls on the Government, and specifically the Ministry of Defence, to make clear their policy on investigating reports of civilian casualties which have been caused by British military action in Iraq and Syria; and calls on the Government to expand current investigations into independent reports of civilian …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 5
Labour: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th March 2016
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SOCIAL SECURITY

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Social Security Benefits Up-rating Regulations 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 246), dated 25 February 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 1 March 2016, be annulled.
97 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 53
Labour: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
9th March 2016
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ST PATRICK'S DAY

Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward legislative proposals to provide for St Patrick's Day, 17 March, to become an annual public holiday in Northern Ireland; recognises that a shared celebration of St Patrick, as a common symbol for all the people of Northern Ireland regardless of …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th March 2016
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ST PATRICK'S DAY 2016

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that 17 March each year marks St Patrick's Day; understands that this day is an opportunity to celebrate the diverse cultures and heritage of the island of lreland, as well as highlighting the massive contribution that Ireland and its diaspora has made in shaping nations across …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2016
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TACKLING RACISM CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Eilidh Whiteford (Scottish National Party - Banff and Buchan)
That this House commends the Member of the Scottish Youth Parliament for Aberdeenshire East, Kain McLeod, on his efforts to tackle racism; condemns unreservedly all forms of racism and supports initiatives to tackle this blight on our society; notes the massive level of youth engagement evident across the whole of …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th March 2016
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UK-MALAWI TAX TREATY

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the renewed focus from the Government and the government of Malawi to renegotiate the double taxation treaty between the UK and Malawi, and the UK Financial Secretary to the Treasury's statement that the new treaty is close to conclusion; notes with concern that the existing treaty …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th March 2016
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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY AND HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS AGAINST WOMEN HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDERS

Tabled by: Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House commends the vital work of Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs) in light of International Women's Day and more generally; is very concerned about serious and systemic violence against WHRDs around the world, such as the recent murder of WHRD Berta Cáceres in Honduras; is appalled by such …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th March 2016
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ELECTORAL REGISTRATION OF YOUNG PEOPLE

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

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is shocked that more than 3,500 babies are stillborn in the UK every year, one of the worst rates in the developed world so that the UK currently ranks 21st out of 49 similar high income countries; is aware that more babies die in the womb or …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
1st March 2016
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EMBARGO ON ARMS SALES TO SAUDI ARABIA

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House calls for an immediate embargo on the sale of arms to Saudi Arabia in light of alleged international humanitarian law violations relating to the conflict in Yemen; acknowledges that on 25 February 2016 the European Parliament voted for a European Union-wide embargo on the sale of arms …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
29th February 2016
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CITIZENS ADVICE NETWORKS AND ASSISTANCE WITH PRIVATE PARKING CHARGES

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the important work carried out by Citizens Advice networks across the UK in highlighting that the private parking industry, with the assistance of the DVLA and a flawed system of industry self-regulation, is increasingly acting as a mechanism for debt creation; notes the response to Written …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th March 2016
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MS THERAPY CENTRE RECEIVE QUEENS AWARD

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Tayside MS Therapy Centre in Dundee which has received the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service; commends the group of volunteers who have been dedicated to improving the lives of sufferers of multiple sclerosis since 1982; notes that the group, which was formed to use hyperbaric oxygen …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th March 2016
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FAIRY BOX CHARITY

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Fairy Box, a charity that has collected and distributed toys to hospital-bound children throughout Scotland for the last 10 years; notes the dedication and relentless hard work by the charity's volunteers to deliver a unique gift box to a countless number of children in order to …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
2nd March 2016
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INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL MEALS DAY

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House welcomes the celebration of the fourth International School Meals Day on 3 March 2016; commends the work that schools across the globe are doing to raise awareness of the importance of the nutritional quality of school meal programmes and healthy eating; congratulates Children in Scotland which manages …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
3rd March 2016
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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY AND THE ISTANBUL CONVENTION

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House celebrates International Women's Day which is marked on 8 March 2016; acknowledges that this day helps celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women the world over; recognises that women still face a significant amount of inequality, with one in four women being subject to …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd March 2016
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REGULATION OF INFANT FORMULA AND FOLLOW-ON FORMULA

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House is concerned that the provisions of the Infant Formula and Follow-on Formula Regulations 2007 are disrespected in the UK, as evidenced by the current promotion for Nestlé SMA infant formula by Tesco in breach of Article 23 of those regulations, the near identical labelling of infant and …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st March 2016
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RB CUNNINGHAME GRAHAM

Tabled by: Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House remembers RB Cunninghame Graham who was first elected to Parliament in 1886 and who died on 20 March 1936; notes that he was a Scottish politician, writer, journalist and adventurer, that he entered Parliament as a radical Liberal Party member standing on a platform of the abolition …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th February 2016
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CARNEGIE UK TEST TOWN GRAND FINAL

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Carnegie UK Test Town Grand Final will be taking place in the Briggait and Saltmarket in Glasgow between 25 and 27 February 2016; congratulates the 12 outstanding finalists from Walthamstow, Great Yarmouth, Huddersfield, Heanor, Ellesmere Port, Carmickfergus, Enniscorthy, Perth, Falkirk, and Bridgend who were …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2016
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ANTI-LOBBYING CLAUSE IN GOVERNMENT GRANT AGREEMENTS

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes with serious concern proposals by the Government, published on 6 February 2016 on www.gov.uk, for a new clause to be inserted into all government grant agreements, determination letters, from the new financial year, and no later than 1 May 2016, which states that payments supporting activity …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th February 2016
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UK DEFENCE AND THE EU AND NATO

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes comments from Jens Stoltenberg, Secretary General of NATO, who stated that a strong EU, with a strong Britain, is good for NATO; and notes that EU membership enhances and complements the military security provided by NATO and that the UK can and does play a leading …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
The Independent Group for Change: 1
9th February 2016
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SUPPORT FOR ROYAL NAVY AND ROYAL MARINES SERVICE LEAVERS

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

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

Tabled by: Natalie McGarry (Independent - Glasgow East)
That this House notes the ongoing conflict in South Eastern Turkey; further notes with concern reports of civilian deaths and a deteriorating humanitarian situation in predominantly Kurdish areas; notes the disproportionate use of curfews as part of the Turkish government's response to the crisis and the suspension and detention by …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
13th January 2016
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TRIDENT REPLACEMENT

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the publication of the Strategic Defence and Security Review and the National Security Strategy; further notes that the estimated cost of replacing the Vanguard Class of nuclear armed submarines has increased to £31 billion with a £10 billion contingency, and that the date of entry into …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th January 2016
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JOB LOSSES IN LOCAL NEWSPAPERS

Tabled by: Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House is concerned by the announcement that Johnston Press, which publishes titles including the Yorkshire Post, Yorkshire Evening Post, Lancashire Evening Post, The Scotsman and Derry Journal, is to cull almost 100 editorial posts; notes that this announcement comes just days after Newsquest announced that up to 25 …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
25th January 2016
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ROBERT BURNS HUMANITARIAN AWARD 2016

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the strong egalitarian principles of the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns, on the 257th anniversary of his birth; congratulates Médecins Sans Frontières trauma surgeon Mr David Nott, who put his life in danger while working in war zones across the world and has received the Robert …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th January 2016
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THIRTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House takes note of the thirtieth anniversary of the Dr Martin Luther King Jr. US federal holiday, on the third Monday in every January which is in recognition of his lifetime of achievements; recognises Dr King as one of history's greatest civil rights campaigners; acknowledges the sixtieth anniversary …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
20th January 2016
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CONDITIONS OF AGENCY WORKERS

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House notes that employees hired via agencies and third party bodies are not subject to the same conditions and rights as non-agency employees performing equivalent work; further notes that this leads to unacceptable exploitation of agency and third party workers; notes that, particularly in the case of agency …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th January 2016
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WEST KILBRIDE BEST VILLAGE HIGH STREET

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates West Kilbride for being recognised as the Best Village High Street in 2015 at the Great British High Street Awards; applauds what has been a remarkable turnaround for a village that had in times past been the victim of an economic downturn; recognises the significant efforts …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
19th January 2016
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DETENTION OF TAIR KAMINER IN ISRAEL

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern reports that on 10 January 2016, a 19-year-old Israeli conscientious objector, Tair Kaminer, was sentenced to 20 days of imprisonment for her refusal to enlist in the Israeli army; further notes that, with tensions high in Israel, this is a particularly difficult time to …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th January 2016
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LORDS SPIRITUAL AND SCOTTISH DEBATES AND VOTES

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House calls on the following 26 Bishops of the Church of England as Lords Spiritual of the House of Lords to desist in debating and voting on Scottish legislation; further calls on the Archbishop of Canterbury, Archbishop of York, Bishop of London, Bishop of Durham, Bishop of Winchester, …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th January 2016
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ANNIVERSARY OF CHARLIE HEBDO ATTACK

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House commemorates the anniversary of the attacks in Paris against the offices of Charlie Hebdo magazine; remembers the journalists, the police officer and other citizens who fell victim to the attack; recognises the tragedy as an attack on the right of free speech and that, in light of …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
17th December 2015
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EAST KILBRIDE AND DISTRICT DEMENTIA CARERS

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates East Kilbride and District Dementia Carers Group on its 25th anniversary and on winning STV's Real Hero award for providing home from home care for people with dementia and support for their carers; recognises the excellent work that the group and its volunteers do within the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th December 2015
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SITUATION OF CHILDREN IN YEMEN

Tabled by: George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House is concerned by the dreadful situation currently faced by 9.9 million children in Yemen, a war-torn country with the highest number of people in humanitarian need in the world; notes with concern that since March 2015 over 5,700 civilians have been killed, including more than 630 children, …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
17th December 2015
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SEXUAL VIOLENCE IN CONFLICT IN DARFUR

Tabled by: Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House is deeply concerned that sexual violence is a persistent and endemic part of the conflict in Darfur; is disturbed by the findings of the recent report by Waging Peace Rape in Darfur: A History of Predation on the use of rape as a weapon of war; is …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th December 2015
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CLAN CANCER SUPPORT ABERDEEN

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House congratulates CLAN Cancer Support (CLAN), based in Aberdeen, on the receipt of over £400,000 from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland to fund their life-changing Children and Families Cancer Support Service project for the next three years; notes that this vital service makes a huge difference to those …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
16th December 2015
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PROFESSIONALISM OF HOUSE OF COMMONS STAFF

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

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House acknowledges the combined efforts of both Itison and SocialBite, who provide people who are homeless with meals and allow customers to buy meals in advance for those who need them most; notes that these teams together have raised over £200,000 this week; and congratulates the teams on …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
16th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016

INDEPENDENT RESOURCE CENTRE, CLYDEBANK, 25TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House acknowledges the 25th anniversary of the Independent Resource Centre in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire originally founded as the Clydebank and Drumchapel Unemployed Action Group began in 1970; commends the sterling work of Mary Collins, the staff and volunteers in providing welfare rights, debt and money advice; commemorates the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
15th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016

HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS AND NATURAL RESOURCE EXTRACTION

Tabled by: Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House condemns serious and systematic human rights violations resulting from natural resource extraction operations around the world, as highlighted recently in a conference organised by the Latin American Mining Monitoring Programme; recognises that mining, oil and gas extraction projects are often a source of considerable conflict, threatening indigenous …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016

CHRISTMAS MESSAGE

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers those who at this time of year, in particular, face persecution and discrimination for their religious beliefs; recognises that, despite these difficulties, the true message of Christmas will reach such people of faith no matter where they are and what difficulties they might face; and wishes …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
15th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016

CHILD POVERTY MEASUREMENTS AND TARGETS

Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House recalls that the Child Poverty Act 2010 was passed with cross-party support; recognises the critical role that the measures and targets in this Act had on monitoring child poverty; notes that the Government's proposal to replace the measurements enshrined in the Act to monitor life chances was …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016

GLASGOW WOMEN'S LIBRARY AND RECOGNISED COLLECTIONS OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE STATUS

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the Glasgow Womens' Library (GWL) on being awarded Recognised Collections of National Significance status by Museums Galleries Scotland; recognises that GWL is the only accredited museum dedicated to women's history in the whole of the UK; notes that the GWL collection encompasses a wide range of …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
15th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016

"MIKEYSLINE" COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN DISTRESS

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends the establishment of Mikeysline a volunteer and community-led initiative in the Highlands; notes that Mikeysline is aimed at supporting those at risk of self-harm and suicide and in providing a lifeline for young people who feel trapped by issues such as bullying, alcohol, loneliness, depression amongst …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016

ELDERLY CARE IN BALLANTRAE

Tabled by: Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Ballantrae Rural Initiative Care in the Community Ltd in securing a £250,000 award from the Scottish Land Fund; acknowledges the value of supporting and caring for the elderly; recognises that the funding will allow a project to create a 12-bed residential care facility for the elderly …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
15th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016

ELECTIONS IN SAUDI ARABIA

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates all the women who were able to vote for the first time in Saudi Arabia, and in particular extends its deepest congratulations to those who were elected.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
14th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016

NHS STUDENT BURSARY v LOAN

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware of the mass petition currently gathering momentum opposed to Government plans to replace NHS bursaries with student loans; believes such a direction would be wrong and fundamentally unfair as unlike other students most student nurses spend half their time on unpaid clinical placements in hospitals …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016

REDUCTIONS IN EMPLOYMENT AND SUPPORT ALLOWANCE

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware of the review carried out into the up to £30 per week cut for some claimants of employment and support allowance, as set out in the Welfare Reform and Work Bill, which clearly shows that far from incentivising people with disabilities to find work as …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016

POLIO ERADICATION

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House recalls that the Government pledged to help end polio by agreeing to support the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, supporting the many world health organisations who have been battling to beat the illness throughout the Third World; believes that with the successes gained there is now a chance …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
17th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th December 2015

MOST IMPROVED LARGE TOWN IN SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Kilmarnock in winning the SURF award for being Scotland's most improved large town while commending the town of Irvine for being runner up; pays tribute to the work of the SNP-led East Ayrshire Councils for leading in the regeneration work; applauds particularly the restoration of the …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
17th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th December 2015

RECOGNITION FOR AYRSHIRE COLLEGE

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Ayrshire College in its success in the Scottish Qualifications Authority Star Awards with Stephen Wilson winning SQA College Candidate of the Year, John McTaggart, Curriculum Manager, winning SQA Champion of the Year, and the Sport and Fitness Team and students winning the SQA Innovation Award for …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015

TIM PEAKE'S PRINCIPIA MISSION TO THE INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION

Tabled by: David Morris (Conservative - Morecambe and Lunesdale)
That this House congratulates astronaut Tim Peake on his Principia mission and on joining the International Space Station crew for Expedition 46/47 on 15 December 2015; notes that Tim Peake will be the first British European Space Agency astronaut to visit the International Space Station, where he will spend six …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th December 2015
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REDUCTION OF PRIMARY CARE BUREAUCRACY IN NHS SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the innovative approach of the Scottish Government in abolishing the Quality Outcome Framework for GPs so as to reduce bureaucracy and free-up more time to spend caring for patients; recommends that the Government consider a similar move; and commends the Scottish Government's relationship with the medical …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 14th December 2015

HUMAN RIGHTS DAY 2015

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises Human Rights Day 2015 which takes place on 10 December 2015; notes that this year's Human Rights Day is devoted to the launch of a year-long campaign for the 50th anniversary of the two International Covenants on Human Rights, the International Covenant on Economic, Social and …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th December 2015

PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE PAYMENT ASSESSMENTS

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the challenges currently faced by claimants making applications for personal independent payments (PIP); notes that, in some parts of the country, the rate of decisions being overturned at appeal stage is as high as 47 per cent; further recognises that this results in many vulnerable disabled …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
3rd December 2015
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EFFECT OF ACCELERATED PENSION CHANGES ON WOMEN BORN IN THE 1950S

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the impact of pension changes on women born between 6 April 1950 and 5 April 1955 who originally expected pension equalisation to be phased-in steadily between 2010 and 2020 but have been caught by acceleration to their retirement age after the Pensions Act 2011; notes that …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
3rd December 2015
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AYRSHIRE COLLEGE HERALD SOCIETY AWARD 2015

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates the staff, students and management of Ayrshire College on their success at the Herald Society Awards 2015, where the college was presented with the Judges' Award; notes the entries that were submitted across each category were outstanding and demonstrated imagination and commitment to making Scotland a …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
2nd December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2015

GAELIC BROADCASTING BBC ALBA FUNDING REDUCTIONS

Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House calls on the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), the Scotland Office and HM Treasury to reverse their planned cut, 100 per cent of their funding contribution, of £1 million to BBC Alba; and further notes that the same Autumn Statement is delivering £150 million of …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2015

CAMP LIBERTY ROCKET ATTACK

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

LANARKSHIRE MUSLIM WELFARE SOCIETY

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates Lanarkshire Muslim Welfare Society for being awarded the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service for 2015 in the Lanarkshire Lieutenancy; recognises the extensive work the Society does offering advice and the use of its facilities; and further recognises the beneficial impact of the Society's work in the …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st December 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st December 2015

PATRYK TOPOLSKI AND THE HELEN McGREGOR AWARD

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates Patryk Topolski, winner of this year's Helen McGregor Award; recognises that he is the youngest-ever winner of the award, which is given annually to recognise a significant contribution to a local community by people who give freely of their own time and efforts to improve local …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st December 2015

WORLD AIDS DAY 2015

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises World AIDS Day 2015 which takes place on 1 December 2015; further recognises that the day allows for people throughout the world to unite in support of the fight against HIV; notes that many parliamentarians, as well as the wider public, have shown their support for …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
26th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th November 2015

REFORM OF BENEFITS SANCTIONS PROCESS

Tabled by: Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House recognises the need for people claiming benefits to follow the rules governing their eligibility; notes the fact that 50 per cent of appeals against benefits sanctions are upheld, and that many who face sanctions are not informed in writing prior to the sanction taking place; regrets the …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th November 2015

FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL NEWSPAPER

Tabled by: Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House celebrates the first anniversary of the first edition of The National, Scotland's newest daily newspaper; welcomes its contribution to the political debate in Scotland as the only national daily newspaper to support Scottish Independence; and congratulates its editors, journalists and contributors for their insight and dedication over …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
25th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015

INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, taking place on 25 November 2015; understands that the day marks the start of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, which in 2015, for the first time, has prevention as its theme; notes that …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Labour: 1
24th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015

NATIONAL LOTTERY FUNDING

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the positive contribution that the National Lottery has made to providing funding for good causes across the UK; supports the current share of good causes between community-focused volunteer led organisations, charities, heritage, sport and the arts; and believes that any reduction in the funding available to …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
24th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015

WORLD DIABETES DAY

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes efforts across the UK in aid of World Diabetes Day; considers that this day makes a real difference in raising awareness of diabetes, its dangers and how its onset can be prevented in certain cases; congratulates hon. Members, individuals and businesses worldwide for lighting up local …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015

JAMES CLERK MAXWELL

Tabled by: Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House celebrates the 150th anniversary of the publication by the Royal Society of James Clerk Maxwell's Dynamical theory of the electromagnetic field, prepared for the Society's Anniversary Day on 30 November, St Andrew's Day, 1865; agrees with Albert Einstein that Maxwell's work was the most profound and the …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
23rd November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015

WORK OF THE SCOTTISH HISTORIC TRUST

Tabled by: Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises the excellent work undertaken by Scottish Historic Buildings Trust, a charitable organisation dedicated to the regeneration of historic buildings; understands that its preservation efforts ensure that a Scottish historical legacy is maintained within the built environment; acknowledges that after completion of restorative works the historic buildings …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
18th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015

REFUGEE CRISIS IN WINTER 2015-16

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with great concern the appalling situation facing refugees from war-torn countries and failed states, who have survived the dangerous journey into Europe only to face the prospect of having to survive the winter in inadequate camps; is extremely worried at the prospect of vulnerable people, including …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 8
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
18th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015

UK YOUTH PARLIAMENT

Tabled by: Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House notes the exceptional contribution made by the British Youth Council's UK Youth Parliament to public life, especially through local communities, and its ability to mobilise and engage the broader youth population in political issues and campaigning; further notes the hard work of the charity and its volunteers …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015

CARERS RIGHTS DAY

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House welcomes Carers Rights Day which is due to be held on 20 November 2015; recognises that this day is used to bring organisations across the UK together to provide advice and information to unpaid carers, making sure that they are aware of the support available to them; …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015

WARM HOME DISCOUNT SCHEME - EXCLUSION OF NORTHERN IRELAND

Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House notes with concern the exclusion of pensioners resident in Northern Ireland from the Warm Home Discount Scheme since its inception in 2011; recalls that the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), in its Fuel Poverty Statistics Methodology and User Manual, described fuel poverty as a partially-devolved …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
17th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015

GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS AND THE LIVING WAGE

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that a number of government departments are still not paying all their staff, including contractors, the living wage; observes that departments which pay staff rates below the breadline include the Departments of Work and Pensions, International Development, Education, Health, Business Innovation and Skills and …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015

THE ARMED FORCES COVENANT AND ROYAL NAVY PERSONNEL WITH MESOTHELIOMA

Tabled by: David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House notes that thousands of people who served in the Royal Navy before 1987 are not entitled to full compensation for being exposed, while under military orders, to asbestos and for when they have contracted mesothelioma; further notes that they will lose out massively when compared with people …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015

EQUAL PAY DAY

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the Fawcett Society's Equal Pay Day, held on 9 November 2015; believes that many women are effectively working the remainder of this year for free due to the gender pay gap, currently at 14.2 per cent; acknowledges the gender pay gap is at nearly 55 per …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th November 2015

SCOTTISH BUS MANUFACTURER - ALEXANDER DENNIS LTD

Tabled by: John McNally (Scottish National Party - Falkirk)
That this House congratulates Scottish bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL) in securing a settlement with the Chinese firm BYD, potentially worth £2 billion, to initially manufacture 200 single deck buses a year; acknowledges the great achievement made in reaching an agreement such as this, with the world's largest producer …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 19th November 2015

SCOTTISH INTERFAITH WEEK 2015

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House celebrates Scottish Interfaith Week 2015 which runs between 22 and 30 November 2015; notes that due to the Climate Change Conference in Paris in December 2015, the specific theme is on the Care for the Environment; further notes that in light of the tragic events in Paris …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
18th November 2015
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MILITARY COURT WATCH SUBMISSION TO THE UNITED NATIONS WORKING GROUP ON ARBITRARY DETENTION

Tabled by: Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes that Military Court Watch has lodged a submission with the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention relating to the detention and transfer of Palestinian minors from the West Bank to prisons located inside Israel in violation of both the Fourth Geneva Convention and the Rome Statute …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
17th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th November 2015

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY 2015

Tabled by: George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House recognises the outstanding work done by Small Business Saturday UK in encouraging consumers to shop locally and support small businesses in their communities; congratulates Britain's five million small businesses for providing the backbone of local economies and employment; welcomes the diversity, resilience and innovation of the small …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2015

WORLD GOLF CHAMPION RUSSELL KNOX

Tabled by: Alex Salmond (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House warmly congratulates Russell Knox from Inverness on his first PGA tour win in the HSBC World Golf Championship in Shanghai; notes that this is most important success for a Scottish professional golfer on the main tour since Paul Lawrie and Catriona Matthew won their respective Open Championships; …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
10th November 2015
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EUAN'S GUIDE, CHARITY AND SOCIAL ENTERPRISE WINNER

Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House congratulates EuansGuide.com on winning the first charity and social enterprise award at the Herald Scottish Digital Business Awards 2015; notes that this Leith-based charity was founded in 2013 to share independent, honest, first-hand accounts of disabled access at venues and events across the UK and internationally; recognises …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th November 2015
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ELECTIONS IN BURMA

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the democratic elections in Burma; congratulates Ms Suu Kyi's National League of Democracy on its success at the elections; looks forward to the return to a full democracy after years of military rule; and further notes that the Government offers moral and economic support and assistance …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th November 2015
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NEILSTON WAR MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House commends the work of the Neilston War Memorial Association which culminated on 7 November 2015 in the dedication of the long-awaited Neilston War Memorial, commemorating the sacrifice made by 218 local residents of the village and surrounding areas since World War One; notes that prior to the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
9th November 2015
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EAGLESHAM MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT COMMITTEE

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Eaglesham 1990 Macmillan Cancer Support Committee on reaching its 25th anniversary; notes that the group's founder, Marie Jeffrey, was prompted to start fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support in response to a relative losing her battle against cancer; further notes that over this 25 year period the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 1
9th November 2015
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HMS GANNET SAR HELICOPTER CREW AWARD

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House honours the outstanding courage, team-work and professionalism of the crew of Search and Rescue Helicopter R177 from HMS Gannet, comprising of Lt Lewis (Observer/SAR Cdr), Lt Cdr Fuller (P1/Handling Pilot), Lt Hammond (P2) and POACMN Henson (Aircrewman) who recently received the Prince Philip Helicopter Rescue Award in …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 1
5th November 2015
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SOLHEIM CUP IN GLENEAGLES

Tabled by: Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House congratulates Gleneagles Hotel for being awarded the honour of hosting the 2019 Solheim Cup by the Ladies European Tour; further congratulates Visit Scotland and the Scottish Government for their work in bringing another huge international golf competition to the venue; and looks forward to this event providing …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
4th November 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

REDEDICATION OF PLUSCARDEN ABBEY CHURCH

Tabled by: Angus Robertson (Scottish National Party - Moray)
That this House congratulates the Benedictine Community of Pluscarden Abbey, near Elgin, on the rededication of its Abbey Church on Thursday 5 November 2015; notes that the Abbey was originally founded in 1230, but was unused from the Reformation until monastic observance was begun again in 1948; further notes the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
4th November 2015
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CO-OPERATION BETWEEN THE GOVERNMENTS OF SCOTLAND AND MALAWI

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Cooperation Agreement between the Governments of Scotland and Malawi, signed in November 2005; notes that the Agreement outlines key areas in which the two countries work together for mutual benefit, including civic governance, sustainable economic development, health and education; further notes …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th November 2015
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ANTI-SEMITISM AND PALESTINE SOLIDARITY

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes with concern that the Community Security Trust recorded a doubling of anti-Semitic incidents across the UK in 2014 to 1,168; further notes that the pattern of these attacks reveals the single biggest contributing factor to have been anti-Semitic reaction to the armed violence between Israel and …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 4
Non-affiliated: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th November 2015
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VETERINARY NURSE TITLE

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes the campaign by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons for formal protection of the title Veterinary Nurse; recognises that registered veterinary nurses are true professionals who can give medical treatment or carry out minor surgery on animals in accordance with Schedule 3 of the Veterinary Surgeons' …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

CALDERGLEN HIGH SCHOOL BEFRIENDERS PROJECT

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Calderglen High School, Mrs Odette Frazer and Avril Anderson in East Kilbride for engaging their students in organised community volunteering work for the Befrienders Project for seniors in the local area, a number of worthwhile causes, including the local foodbank, sports, music and arts tutoring, supportive …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

SUFFRAGETTE OAK: SCOTLAND'S TREE OF THE YEAR 2015

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes with delight the awarding of the title Woodland Trust Scottish Tree of the Year 2015 to the Suffragette Oak in Glasgow's Kelvingrove Park; recognises that the tree was planted by suffrage organisations on 20 April 1918 to mark women gaining the right to vote earlier that …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

LIVING WAGE WEEK AND REDUCTIONS TO TAX CREDITS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House joins all those supporting Living Wage Week from 1 to 7 November 2015; notes the hourly national living wage rate, set by the Living Wage Foundation, according to the cost of living, is currently £7.85 with a London rate of £9.15; further notes the national minimum wage …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

US VISAS FOR PERFORMING MUSICIANS

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House recognises the difficulties for UK musicians obtaining work visas to enter the US to perform; notes that the American performer visa application process requires face-to-face meetings in either Belfast or London which may require expensive overnight stays for musicians and bands that live outside these cities; acknowledges …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

BARNARDO'S SCOTLAND IN FIFE

Tabled by: Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House acknowledges the work of Barnardo's Scotland in Fife, which has been providing support to children and families facing multiple adversity in the area for 20 years; welcomes the wide ranging services provided, from early intervention with families experiencing poverty to intensive support to families affected by parental …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Tabled by: Nic Dakin (Labour - Scunthorpe)
That this House notes that November is Pancreatic Awareness Month across the UK and that 13 November 2015 is designated World Pancreatic Cancer Day; congratulates all pancreatic cancer charities and their supporters for the various activities being carried out to raise awareness of the disease during November 2015, including Pancreatic …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

PROTECTION OF SHOP WORKERS

Tabled by: Ann Coffey (The Independent Group for Change - Stockport)
That this House congratulates the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers (Usdaw) for its ongoing Freedom from Fear campaign, which seeks to prevent violence, threats and abuse against shopworkers; notes with regret the chaotic and angry events of last year's Black Friday sales which resulted in shopworkers and members …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

ZERO TOLERANCE ON ATTACKS ON FIREFIGHTERS

Tabled by: David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House notes with regret the necessary and strong warning issued by the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) about prosecuting people who attack firefighters while they carry out their life saving work in the light of recent physical attacks; agrees with the TWFRS that attacks on …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises October as Black History Month; celebrates the vital role that black and minority ethnic people have played in the history of this country; believes that the continued learning and understanding of black and minority ethnic history promotes integration and respect in communities; appreciates the work of …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
26th October 2015
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145 YEARS OF THE ARLINGTON BATHS CLUB

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Arlington Baths Club, Glasgow, on its 145th anniversary; notes that the club, founded in 1870, is the oldest private baths club in the world, and is owned and run by its members on a not-for-profit basis; further notes its many contributions to health, wellbeing and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
22nd October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

GOVERNMENT POLICY ON YEMEN

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Foreign and Commonwealth Office advises against all travel to Yemen and advises those there to leave immediately due to the deteriorating military and humanitarian situation in that country; welcomes the comprehensive report produced by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Yemen; calls on the Home …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

10TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BRIDGES PROGRAMMES

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates The Bridges Programmes, based in Glasgow North East, on its 10th anniversary; notes that it supports the social, educational and economic integration of refugees, asylum seekers, migrants, and anyone for whom English is a second language; and notes that it is recognised as an example of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
21st October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

FAMILY REUNIFICATION FOR REFUGEES

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that refugees have a legal right under UK and international law to be reunited with their families; further notes that refugees seeking reunion are often faced with extreme levels of stress and anxiety, which are only worsened by separation and isolation from their loved ones who …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

LOCHGELLY COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

Tabled by: Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House commends Lochgelly Community Development Forum for voluntarily undertaking a range of projects which seek to benefit the local community in Lochgelly; recognises that this forum is successful thanks to the significant contribution made by an extremely dedicated team of volunteers; congratulates the forum and its volunteers on …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
20th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

MEMBERS REPRESENTING SCOTTISH CONSTITUENCIES AND HEATHROW EXPANSION

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House urges the Secretary of State for Transport to confirm that the decision on where to construct additional runway capacity in the south east of England cannot just be a matter for hon. Members representing English constituencies; further calls on him to confirm that at every stage of …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

CAROLINA HOUSE, DUNDEE

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House recognises the outstanding work of the Carolina House Trust, Dundee, in its bicentennial year; praises the work of this organisation as one of Scotland's oldest children's charities; further recognises the excellent services it provides to ensure the individual needs of children and young people are met and …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
19th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

INTERNATIONAL STAMMERING AWARENESS DAY AND THE SCOTTISH STAMMERING NETWORK

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House welcomes International Stammering Awareness Day on 22 October 2015, which raises awareness of stammering, a condition that affects one in 100 adults worldwide; recognises the excellent work of the Scottish Stammering Network, which has directly supported hundreds of individuals who have a stammer through its support groups …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
29th October 2015
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TACKLING HOLIDAY HUNGER

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
"after "UK"; insert "further notes the success of North Ayrshire Council in keeping 10 schools open throughout the summer holidays to provide school meals and thereby avoid holiday hunger in their area this year;""
2 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
26th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 26th October 2015

AYRSHIRE COMMUNITY TRUST

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the key contribution to North Ayrshire made by the Ayrshire Community Trust and its many volunteers; notes that the Trust has helped over 30,000 people become involved in volunteering in the local area, contributing to a myriad of different projects, including organisational support, training, independent examinations, …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd October 2015
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SCOTLAND WEEKS

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the commitment by the Scottish Government to encourage Scottish business to come up with 1,000 new commercial products through a £78 million innovation fund and the creation of three new innovation and investment hubs in London, Brussels and Dublin; and encourages the Scotland Office to create …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
22nd October 2015
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FUNDRAISING FOR THE JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION

Tabled by: Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House recognises the excellent charitable efforts of Ruth Elliot of Cairnhill in Airdrie who, with Andrew Fitzpatrick, completed the Compass Challenge of climbing four Munros and cycling the 400 plus miles between each peak to raise an outstanding £12,000 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and which follows …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 1
22nd October 2015
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GIRVAN YOUTH TRUST

Tabled by: Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Girvan Youth Trust on gaining an award of £50,000 from Young Start; acknowledges the value of providing a structured volunteering programme for young people; recognises the difficulties faced by voluntary organisations in securing ongoing funding; and commends the Scottish Government and the Big Lottery Fund Scotland …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
22nd October 2015
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WORLD POLIO DAY

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House marks World Polio Day on 24 October 2015 and recognises the incredible immunisation project, started by Rotarians, 30 years ago, to eliminate polio and its debilitating paralysis from the world; and celebrates that Africa has now been polio-free for more than one year but will continue to …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
22nd October 2015
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WEAR IT PINK BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DAY

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the contribution of the breast cancer month of October, particularly Wear it Pink Day on 23 October 2015, in raising awareness of breast cancer, encouraging women to attend breast screening and to seek medical help if they are concerned about breast changes; celebrates the improved survival …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
22nd October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd October 2015

ALLY MACLEOD

Tabled by: Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates the family of Ally MacLeod on the success of its campaign to have the legendary former Ayr United and Scotland manager inducted into the Scottish Football Hall of Fame; believes this recognition of his achievements is long overdue; acknowledges his role in kindling an enthusiasm for …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
22nd October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd October 2015

AYR RACECOURSE

Tabled by: Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Ayr Racecourse on gaining a Five Star Visitor Attraction Award from VisitScotland, in recognition of its outstanding standards; acknowledges the hard work carried out by staff at the Racecourse in welcoming more than 100,000 visitors to racing fixtures and hospitality events in the past year; recognises …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
22nd October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd October 2015

USE OF CHILDREN AS SUICIDE BOMBERS

Tabled by: Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House condemns the practice of using suicide bombers to cause harm and create fear among innocent people, and in particular the rising trend of using children in this way; and urges the Government to take the lead among the international community to research the issue of child suicide …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st October 2015
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DISABLED CHANGING PLACES TOILETS

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House notes with concern the plight of disabled people and their carers requiring the use of Disabled Changing Places Toilets, in particular when undergoing long road journeys; is concerned at the current lack of such facilities with only two currently available at UK motorway service stations; recognises the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st October 2015
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JUNIOR DOCTORS

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
"at end add 'and; while the Scottish Government has no intention to enforce contract change upon junior doctors in Scotland, this House wishes to show solidarity with junior doctors within NHS England and does not wish to see a return to an unsafe culture of long working hours.'."
27 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 1
20th October 2015
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SCOTTISH NATIONAL RUGBY TEAM

Tabled by: Stuart Blair Donaldson (Scottish National Party - West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine)
That this House congratulates the Scottish National Rugby team on its heroic performance in the recent Rugby World Cup quarter final; notes that despite the result the people of Scotland are incredibly proud of each and every player; pays tribute to the leadership of Vern Cotter and Greig Laidlaw; and …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2015
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TICKET TOUTING

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House believes that ticket touting benefits neither customers, fans, athletes, artists nor the groups and venues involved in the organisation and staging of cultural and sporting events; notes that ticket touts are people who deliberately purchase tickets for an event in bulk with the shameless aim to sell …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 19th October 2015

20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL CYCLE NETWORK

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House offers its congratulations to Sustrans on the National Cycle Network as it turns 20 years old in 2015; notes that the Network runs for over 14,000 miles across the UK, linking up villages, towns and cities; acknowledges that in 2014 the Network saw over 4.9 million people …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th October 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015

WHITE RIBBON CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House supports the White Ribbon campaign; notes that 45 per cent of women in the UK have experienced some form of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking; recognises that men have an important role to play in ending violence against women; welcomes the introduction of Clare's Law in …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
17th September 2015
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DUNDEE REFUGEE SUPPORT

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House recognises the outstanding response and contribution of Dundee Refugee Support in raising funds and collecting essential items to support refugees who desperately need help during the unfolding European refugee crisis; praises the work of this organisation and the generosity of the citizens of Dundee; appreciates the urgency …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th September 2015
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DUNDEE TO AMSTERDAM REGIONAL AIR CONNECTIVITY FUND BID

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House welcomes the campaign calling on the Government to approve Flybe's bid for funding from the Regional Air Connectivity Fund for a daily return flight from Dundee to Amsterdam; recognises that an Amsterdam link was assessed as the most promising new international route in Transport Scotland's 2013 Scoping …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

GLASGOW - THE INSPIRING CITY

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates each of the winners and finalists of the 2015 Inspiring City Awards held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glasgow on 10 September 2015; further congratulates Glasgow Life and Celtic Connections for scooping the Art and Culture award; commends the Celtic FC Foundation for winning …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
15th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

GRANITE CITY ROLLER GIRLS

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House congratulates the Aberdeen Granite City Roller Girls on securing an Awards for All grant from the Big Lottery Fund; notes that this funding will enable the Granite City Roller Girls to continue to train, compete and promote the growing and popular sport of roller derby in Aberdeen …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 1
15th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

SCOTLAND AT THE RUGBY WORLD CUP

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House wishes the Scotland rugby team the best of luck for the Rugby World Cup that is to be held throughout September and October 2015; notes that this tournament is to be held in England and is expected to contribute up to £2.2 billion of output to the …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 1
15th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

CENTENARY OF THE DEATH OF KEIR HARDIE

Tabled by: George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House notes that 26 September 2015 marks the centenary of the death of Keir Hardie, the first independent representative of working people to be elected to this Parliament, a consistent champion of Scottish Home Rule and votes for women, and an unswerving opponent of British involvement in the …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 9
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

SKYE CAMANACHD'S RETURN TO THE TOP FLIGHT

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Skye Camanachd in winning the National shinty league and returning to the top flight for the first time since 2002; notes that this is a tremendous achievement for the island club and is a clear sign that the recovery of the last few years is paying …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
15th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

ABERDEEN'S POLICE SCOTLAND YOUTH VOLUNTEERS TEAM

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House congratulates the 10 young people from Aberdeen's Police Scotland Youth Volunteers (PSYV) on their success at the National Games, held at the Scottish Police College, Tulliallan; recognises that the Aberdeen squad were crowned the first ever Scottish champions and attained second place in the overall UK rankings; …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
15th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

GAS SAFETY WEEK 2015

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House welcomes Gas Safety Week, which runs from 14 to 20 September 2015; recognises the importance that this awareness campaign plays each year in bringing attention to the fact that carbon monoxide is a silent killer that is odourless and colourless and can kill quickly with no warning; …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

ST ANDREWS DEBATING SOCIETY EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the University of St Andrews Debating Society on its recent success in winning the European Championships, and in particular the winning team Alex Don and Ruaraidh MacIntosh who finished first and second on the tab; notes the importance of debating at school and university as an …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
14th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

ELECTRICITY

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Feed-in Tariffs (Amendment) (No 2) Order 2015 (S.I., 2015, No. 1659), dated 8 September 2015, a copy of which was laid before this House on 9 September 2015, be annulled.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
14th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

MIDLOTHIAN WEST BY-ELECTION

Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Councillor Kelly Parry on her election as the Scottish National Party's (SNP) latest elected representative following her decisive victory in the local authority by-election in Midlothian West in Midlothian Council; believes that Councillor Parry is the youngest female representative ever elected to Midlothian Council; recognises that …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
14th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

DR ESSAM HADOURA - VISAS DENIAL

Tabled by: Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House congratulates Dr Essam Hadoura on his elevation to the Fellowship of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists; commends him for his 25 years of resolute service to the health profession in the UK, which has included roles in medical education and training for the Royal College …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

REDUCTION IN FUNDING FOR SOLAR POWER

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with great concern the Government's plans to cut support for solar power by cutting the feed-in tariff by 87 per cent; believes that will be extremely destructive for the solar industry; observes that solar power is renewable, carbon-free, and is rapidly becoming cheaper, with the cost …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 12
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
11th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

BANK CLOSURES IN RURAL AREAS

Tabled by: Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House is concerned at the number of bank branches that are being closed across rural areas; is alarmed at the large areas of rural Britain without access to a local bank branch; recognises the limitations of many of the alternatives, such as provision of mobile banking facilities, the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

POINT OF LIGHT RECOGNITION FOR SMALLS FOR ALL CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House recognises the excellent work that Maria MacNamara, founder of Smalls for All, has carried out in collecting over 100,000 items of underwear to send to women in Ethiopia and across Africa in orphanages, slums, internally displaced persons camps, schools and hospitals; further recognises the immediate impact that …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

BAGPIPES AT THE RUGBY WORLD CUP

Tabled by: Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House condemns the banning of bagpipes from the upcoming Rugby World Cup; calls on World Rugby Union to allow bagpipes to be played at the World Cup; recognises that bagpipes are not dangerous; stresses the importance of cultural identity associated with bagpipes for Scots, in the UK and …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

ST KILDA SWIM 2015

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates the members of the St Kilda swim team 2015 who swam from St Kilda to Hushinish on Harris, a distance of 60 miles; notes that seven swimmers swam for 35 hours accompanied by three kayakers and a three-person support boat crew; further notes they raised over …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND HOSPICE'S 65TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that St Margaret of Scotland Hospice this year celebrates its 65th anniversary of delivering palliative care to the community of Clydebank and across the West of Scotland; congratulates the staff, management team and many volunteers for ensuring that the hospice maintains its high level of care …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
9th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

INTERNATIONAL CHARITIES DAY 2015

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes and supports the celebration of International Charities Day which was held on 5 September 2015; congratulates all charities as they undertake their role in promoting their charitable objectives; recognises and celebrates the diversity of charities, their trustees' and volunteers' value in public life; and believes that …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

OIL AND GAS UK'S ANNUAL ECONOMIC REPORT

Tabled by: Callum McCaig (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House welcomes the release of Oil and Gas UK's annual Economic Report; notes that this has been a challenging time for all those involved in the industry; congratulates all those involved in the sector for their hard work and commitment; regrets that capital investment is likely to drop …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
9th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

RELEASE OF SHAKER AAMER FROM GUANTANAMO

Tabled by: Andrew Mitchell (Conservative - Sutton Coldfield)
That this House calls on the US administration to release Shaker Aamer from his imprisonment in Guantanamo Bay; notes that he has now been incarcerated for 13 years without charge; further notes that he has twice been cleared for release and transfer, under President Bush in 2007 and President Obama …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

JAMIE OLIVER DOCUMENTARY SUGAR RUSH

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House commends Jamie Oliver on the recent documentary Sugar Rush, which highlights the risks of the overconsumption of sugar and the necessity of labelling and accurate nutritional information; further commends Mr Oliver on raising this important subject, with poor diet and overconsumption of products high in sugar and …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
8th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

UK ARMS SALES TO ISRAEL

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House notes the report published by War on Want in July 2015 entitled Arming Apartheid: UK Complicity in Israel's Crimes Against the Palestinian People, which details the UK's arms trade with Israel; further notes that, despite promises given, UK-made weapons and military technologies continue to be sold to …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 11
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
8th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

EFFECT OF ZERO-HOURS CONTRACTS ON WOMEN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises the increase in zero-hours contracts under the current Government's austerity measures; accepts the Office for National Statistics figures that show 750,000 people are on zero-hours contracts in the UK as of June 2015; acknowledges the financial constraints zero-hours contracts can put on working people who are …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

USE OF CAGES TO REAR BIRDS FOR SHOOTING

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that every year some 50 million pheasants and partridges are mass-produced to be shot for so-called sport and that a large number of the breeding birds are confined for the whole of their productive lives in unnatural, unpleasant, crowded metal battery units, known in …
117 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
7th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

INCOMES OF WORKING FAMILIES AND TAX CREDIT CHANGES

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with grave concern that the Government's changes to tax credits will make many working families on low wages worse off, despite the increase to the National Minimum Wage; observes that the new minimum wage is nowhere near a Living Wage; further observes that under the proposed …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

SCHOOL UNIFORM BANKS

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes the emerging network of volunteer-run Back to School Banks aimed at helping families affected by benefits cuts, unemployment, or low pay by equipping children with school uniforms and other essentials such as bags and pencils; recognises the contribution of Sandra Douglas of East Renfrewshire and Deborah …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
7th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

MONUMENT TO RECOGNISE SIKH SACRIFICES IN WW1

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House recognises the sacrifices and bravery of Sikh soldiers in fighting for Britain during the First World War; notes that, although Sikhs made up only two per cent of the population of British India, they formed 20 per cent of the British Indian Army and that 130,000 Sikh …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
7th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

MERCHANT NAVY AND THE ARCTIC STAR

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House acknowledges the work of local authorities, including East Renfrewshire Council and many other organisations and individuals to mark Merchant Navy Day on 3 September 2015; recognises the valuable role played by the Merchant Navy in peacetime and in times of conflict and the dangers they faced; and …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
7th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

RENFREWSHIRE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House welcomes Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce becoming the first chamber in the UK to be awarded Living Wage Accreditation and in the process paying its staff the official living wage of £7.85 an hour; notes the benefits that can be brought to businesses in paying its staff a …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

NEW MOTHERS AND EMPLOYMENT PROTECTION

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is concerned about the findings of recent Equality and Human Rights Commission research with over 3,200 new mothers that was carried out in partnership with the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills; understands that 11 per cent of the women interviewed reported having been dismissed, made compulsorily …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 9
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

BANKING IN TOWNS

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is alarmed at the number of branches that banks are closing across Scotland and the UK as a whole in small towns; is concerned at the number of towns being left without a bank; is disappointed that the Royal Bank of Scotland has abandoned its commitment to …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th September 2015

BRITISH PENSIONERS OVERSEAS

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

1820 RADICAL WAR MEMORIAL

Tabled by: Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House welcomes the official unveiling of artwork on 25 September 2015 at Cathcart Square, Greenock in Inverclyde to commemorate the 1820 Radical War; notes that the Radical War, also known as the Scottish Insurrection of 1820, was a week of strikes and unrest, a culmination of Radical demands …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 11th September 2015

BUTE IN BLOOM

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Bute in Bloom for winning the Rosebowl, the top prize in the 2015 Beautiful Scotland Awards; recognises the group's achievement in picking up the Community Involvement Award for its work on Rothesay's Esplanade Gardens, the Chapelhill rockery, the Rothesay Pavilion and the Grow Bute allotments, among …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 10th September 2015

ZERO WASTE WEEK

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House celebrates Zero Waste Week 2015, which runs between 7 and 13 September 2015; notes that it is in its eighth year owing to the hard work of founder Rachelle Strauss, co-ordinating the project in her own free time; further notes that this campaign has been successful on …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th September 2015

TRIDENT RENEWAL

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House notes that the Chancellor of the Exchequer visited the Faslane Naval Base to announce £500 million of spending; is concerned that this announcement pre-empts a final decision on Trident replacement; and calls on the Government to ensure that any decision on the Trident replacement is subject to …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th September 2015

SCOTTISH AIRSHOW 2015

Tabled by: Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates the organisers of the Scottish Airshow 2015 on their successful two-day event in Ayr and Prestwick; welcomes the news that the event attracted in the region of 120,000 spectators to the area; commends the team at the Scottish Airshow for their hard work in doubling the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
7th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015

AIRDRIE SUPPORTERS' TRUST KIT AID TO MONGOLIA

Tabled by: Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House recognises the outstanding charitable work carried out by the Airdrie Supporters' Trust in the local area, but also internationally as part of the Kit Aid campaign; notes that the Trust has been collecting old football kits from local supporters in exchange for free Airdrieonians season tickets and …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015

SHOTTS AND DYKEHEAD CALEDONIA - WORLD PIPE BAND CHAMPIONS

Tabled by: Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House congratulates Shotts and Dykehead Caledonia Pipe Band on winning the Grade 1 title at the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow; notes that this is the first time a Scottish band has won the main prize in 10 years; further notes that around 8,000 competitors took part …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015

PAISLEY'S CITY OF CULTURE BID

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House supports the bid being prepared by Paisley to be awarded City of Culture status in 2021; recognises the town's great cultural strengths, including the world famous Paisley Pattern, which dates back to a time when the town was world-leading in textile production; celebrates the rich history of …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015

RNIB SCOTLAND AND DEVOLUTION

Tabled by: Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises the pivotal role RNIB Scotland plays in advocating the interests of blind and partially-sighted Scots and the high quality services it delivers; notes with dismay the proposed transfer of RNIB Scotland to Action for Blind People; expresses deep concern that the blind and partially-sighted members of …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015

TACKLING THE REFUGEE CRISIS

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes with extreme concern the ongoing refugee crisis being witnessed in Europe and across the Mediterranean Sea; understands that the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) estimates that more than 350,000 migrants have attempted to cross the Mediterranean Sea between January and August 2015; considers it a tragedy …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

NAMING OF THE NATIONAL LIVING WAGE

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House condemns the Government's naming of its so-called National Living Wage, while welcoming this de facto increase of the minimum wage; notes that this living wage aims to be based on a percentage of median income, rather than need; considers this an invidious attempt to devalue the term …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
20th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

TREATMENT OF DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS EMPLOYEES IMPLEMENTING UNIVERSAL CREDIT

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House condemns the employment practices of the Department for Work and Pensions in imposing new working conditions without consultation with unions in an attempt to rush out the universal credit system; notes that the PCS Union balloted members in Bolton and Glasgow on strike action, with 90 per …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

McROBERT AWARD

Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Artemis Intelligent Power on being awarded the McRobert Award by the Royal Academy of Engineering; commends the team at Artemis on developing their digital displacement system which led to winning this prestigious award; and recognises the technology made by Artemis could increase the power of offshore …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
20th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

PALLIATIVE CARE FOR THE TERMINALLY ILL

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware of the findings of research conducted by the London School of Economics which demonstrated that many of the approximately 468,000 people who die each year in the UK needed palliative care during their illness, but did not receive it; notes that the report pointed out …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

DISABILITY LIVING ALLOWANCE AND TAX CREDITS

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House fails to understand how a family with a disabled child receiving disability living allowance can be better off if the parents lose their tax credits because they have a collective household income of more than £15,000 per annum; and calls on the Government to help and protect …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 14
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

CUTS IN BENEFITS

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is disappointed to learn that the Government is planning to cut support for people placed in the work related activity group (WRAG) of employment and support allowance from April 2017, down to the rates paid to people on jobseeker's allowance (JSA); notes that half of the people …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 14
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

UNIVERSAL ELECTRICITY MARKET

Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls for the creation of one universal market for electricity distribution in the UK and the ending of 14 regional markets that results in consumers and businesses in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland paying the highest prices in the UK resulting in unacceptable levels of fuel …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
20th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

MND RESEARCH AND GORDON'S FIGHTBACK

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House congratulates Gordon Aikman on a stunningly successful campaign, Gordon's Fightback, which has substantially raised the profile of Motor Neurone Disease (MND), a cruelly progressive and debilitating disease, for which there is currently no cure; notes that over £320,000 has been raised by Gordon's Fightback to fund vitally …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

ISRAEL'S TREATMENT OF NON-JEWISH REFUGEES

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House condemns the abysmally low proportion of non-Jewish, African asylum seekers who have been granted refugee status in Israel; notes with concern that less than one per cent of applications by African refugees are successful; further notes that Israel's closest neighbours, Jordan and Lebanon, have each accepted millions …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 10
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

OUTSOURCING OF PRODUCTION BY SCOTTISH PROVINCIAL PRESS

Tabled by: Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House condemns the decision of Scottish Provincial Press to outsource production to India, making loyal staff with over 30 years' service in Golspie redundant; and calls for the decision to be reversed to preserve links between Highland communities and the newspaper titles the Scottish Provincial Press publishes.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
20th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

COMPENSATION FOR THALIDOMIDE VICTIMS

Tabled by: Calum Kerr (Scottish National Party - Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk)
That this House notes that the campaign to persuade the German government to provide adequate compensation for victims of Thalidomide is at a crucial stage; recognises that this compensation is needed to cover the medical costs of their condition which occurred as a result of the drug manufactured by the …
114 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 7
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
16th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

ABERDEEN INTERNATIONAL YOUTH FESTIVAL

Tabled by: Callum McCaig (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House recognises the success of the Aberdeen International Youth Festival (AIYF) which will run for the 42nd time from 24 July to 1 August 2015; understands the festival will have over 80 performances across 50 venues in the North East of Scotland; notes that the AIYF began as …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

PUMPED STORAGE

Tabled by: Callum McCaig (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House welcomes the inclusion of two pumped storage projects, SSE's Coire Glas, up to 30 gigawatt hours storage potential, and Scottish Power's Cruachan II upgrade, up to 7.2 gigawatt hours additional storage potential, in the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity's draft Ten Year Network Development …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 1
15th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

ST ABBS LIFEBOAT

Tabled by: Calum Kerr (Scottish National Party - Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk)
That this House supports the campaign to save the St Abbs lifeboat in Berwickshire from closure; notes that St Abbs is the largest diving area in the UK and that there is a risk that the removal of a locally-based lifeboat able to respond to incidents rapidly will discourage recreational …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

OUR POWER ENERGY

Tabled by: Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House welcomes the establishment of Our Power Energy, the first UK energy company to operate on a non-profit distribution basis, which hopes to reduce bills to customers by as much as 10 per cent; recognises that Our Power Energy has been founded by 35 organisations, including many of …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

DELIVERY TO RURAL AREAS

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House notes that people living in rural areas of the UK, in particular areas such as the Highlands and Islands, are regularly asked to pay significant surcharges for the delivery of goods ordered over the internet; is concerned that, despite regulations set out in the Provision of Services …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
15th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

RECYCLING

Tabled by: Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House notes that the average UK family throws away around 40 kilograms of recyclable plastic each year; further notes that recycling saves about 10 to 15 million tonnes of carbon emissions each year, equivalent to taking 3.5 million cars off the road; recognises that disposed waste is a …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 11
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
15th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the Royal and Ancient Golf Club on hosting the 144th Open Championship on the historic Old Course at St Andrews, the Home of Golf; notes that this is the 29th time The Open has been played on the Old Course, making it the most frequent host …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
15th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

CITIZENS ADVICE SCOTLAND 75TH ANNIVERSARY

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House applauds the work of Citizens Advice Bureaux across Scotland in promoting, providing and offering a safe local environment to access impartial advice and assistance on a broad range of issues; recognises the intrinsic community nature of Citizens Advice Scotland in promoting community and volunteer-led services through local …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

RECOGNITION OF NON-FORMAL EDUCATION

Tabled by: Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House recognises the excellent work that the Head Teacher of St. Kentigern's Academy has carried out for young people in West Lothian, and across Scotland, on the development of character through non-formal education, specifically through school and the Scouts; considers that non-formal education and volunteering has an important …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
14th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

PREVENTION OF FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION

Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes that the practice of female genital mutilation (FGM) is an illegal practice in the UK and that legislation includes the offences of taking a British national or a permanent resident abroad for FGM; further notes that FGM still is an offence under the Human Rights Act; …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
14th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

BRITISH MEDICAL ASSOCIATION FOOD FOR THOUGHT REPORT

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the report by the British Medical Association entitled Food for Thought, which has identified the considerable risks of poor diet for public health; notes that the report identifies an obesity crisis in the UK and calls for a 20 per cent tax on sugary drinks to …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
9th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

GLASGOW SAFE TAXI SCHEME

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House commends the University of Strathclyde Students' Association, Glasgow Caledonian University's Students' Association and Glasgow Taxis for their response to the community safety concerns of students in creating the Safe Taxi scheme; notes that the simple act of presenting a student card will allow students to get an …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

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

Tabled by: Marie Rimmer (Labour - St Helens South and Whiston)
That this House notes that on 30 April 2015 the Information Commission took a decision that the Government must disclose the number of incapacity benefit and employment and support allowance claimants who have died since November 2011 until May 2014 within 35 calendar days; acknowledges the petition signed by over …
121 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
8th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

HEALTH AND CARE PROFESSIONS COUNCIL

Tabled by: Edward Leigh (Conservative - Gainsborough)
That this House notes that the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is increasing its mandatory fees for all 16 regulated professions by a massive 12.5 per cent on 1 August 2015; further notes that this follows a five per cent increase in 2014, breaches an undertaking not to review …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

DUNCANRIG SECONDARY SCHOOL

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Duncanrig Secondary School, East Kilbride, from which Sian Oo won the English Speaking Union Speakers' Corner Challenge on Thursday 11 June 2015 and from which Kate Kane and Sian Oo won the Glasgow Bar Association Debating Tournament on 9 June 2015.
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

ANGOLAN BOOK GROUP ARRESTS

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House expresses its concern over the arrest and detention of 15 members of an Angolan Book Group, including author and journalist Domingos da Cruz and musician Luaty Beirao, in Luanda last month for reading books deemed so subversive by the Angolan government that its Attorney General described their …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 6
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015

SUGARY DRINKS AND HEALTH RISKS

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is shocked by Harvard University research showing that sugary drinks are implicated in 184,000 deaths worldwide; is deeply concerned that this figure includes 1,316 people from the UK; notes that added sugars such as those found in fizzy drinks are 11 times more likely to cause Type …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015

MR GEORGE O'GRADY

Tabled by: Alex Salmond (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House congratulates Mr George O'Grady on his 40 years service to the European Tour of Golf and for the last few years as Chief Executive; notes his substantial contribution to the development of the game and to his being instrumental in having golf reinstated as an Olympic sport …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
14th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th July 2015

FAIR PAY FOR APPRENTICES

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House believes that apprenticeships are an essential part of the workplace and are an invaluable opportunity for young people to earn a living and learn a trade or profession; recognises the immense contribution that apprenticeship schemes make to individuals' lives, private sector, third sector and public sector organisations, …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th July 2015

ISRAELI MILITARY TREATMENT OF PALESTINIAN CHILDREN

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House condemns the charging of Palestinian children with offences under Israeli military law and their trial in military courts since the occupation of Palestinian territory in 1967; further condemns the arrests, detention and prosecution of around 700 Palestinian children in the Israeli military court system each year; acknowledges …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 19
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
9th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

PURDAH PERIOD FOR EU REFERENDUM

Tabled by: Alex Salmond (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House notes the tabling of a New Clause in the name of the right hon. Member for Camberwell and Peckham for Report Stage of the EU Referendum Bill concerning the implementation of a purdah period for the referendum campaign; recalls that on day one of the Committee Stage …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Plaid Cymru: 2
13th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th July 2015

FORTH BRIDGE, UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE

Tabled by: Michelle Thomson (Independent - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes, with great pleasure, the listing of that triumph of Victorian design, the Forth Bridge, also known as the Forth Rail Bridge, as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the fifth such site of special cultural or physical significance in Scotland, and the 28th in these islands; welcomes …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
9th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

TRIDENT MAIN GATE DECISION

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes that the Main Gate decision on Trident replacement is expected to take place in the lifetime of this Parliament; considers that at a time of continuing reductions in public spending the procurement cost of at least £25 billion for replacing Trident could be better spent in …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 14
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

EXPERTS BY EXPERIENCE - GLASGOW ASSOCIATION OF MENTAL HEALTH, QUEEN MARGARET UNIVERSITY AND GLASGOW OPEN MUSEUM

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the first partnership project of its kind to help widen participation in higher education in Scotland and to be showcased in a new student exhibition, starting at the Mitchell Library in Glasgow on 3 August 2015; recognises the work of Queen Margaret University, working with Glasgow …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

PETITION ON THE CLOSURE OF THE ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND BRANCH IN LOCHINVER

Tabled by: Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the detrimental impact of the prospective closure of the Royal Bank of Scotland branch in Lochinver to the people and businesses in North West Scotland; and applauds the effort of the community in raising a petition of over 700 signatures against this closure and the negative …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 2
7th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

NATIONAL FARMERS' UNION

Tabled by: David Simpson (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House supports the campaign by the National Farmers' Union to improve safety on the farm; and requests that greater assistance be offered to highlight the educational campaign to make farm buildings and land a safer place for all who work there.
29 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

GROUP B STREPTOCOCCUS AWARENESS

Tabled by: Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House supports the launch of the Why guess when you can test? campaign; hopes that this will raise much needed awareness of how to prevent an infection recognised to be the most common cause of serious infection in newborn babies; recognises that group B Streptococcus (GBS) causes septicaemia, …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
6th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

POST-STUDY WORK VISAS

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House supports the re-opening of the Tier 1 (post-study work) route to enable foreign students to remain in the UK; recognises the benefit of allowing qualified, hard-working people to apply for the right to live and work in the UK; acknowledges the contribution that students from outwith the …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 6
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

ENGLAND WOMEN'S FOOTBALL TEAM

Tabled by: Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates the England Women's Football Team on its outstanding performance throughout the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup and in particular its impressive third-place play-off, beating Germany 1-0 to take home the bronze medal; and notes that the conduct and determination of these athletes on and off the …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

ACTION AID'S FEARLESS CAMPAIGN ON VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the launch of Action Aid's Fearless campaign; understands that the campaign, launched last week, aims to create far-reaching change and encourage governments, women and men to take concerted action to tackle violence against women and girls around the world; notes with concern that one in three …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

BOYCOTT OF NESTLÉ

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House endorses the boycott of Nestlé, one of the four most boycotted companies in the world; urges Nestlé to cease its baby milk substitute marketing policies which are harmful to babies and contravene the International Code of Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes; and supports Baby Milk Action in its …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

CLYDE & HEBRIDES FERRY SERVICES

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the current dispute between RMT members and Caledonian MacBrayne (Calmac) over concerns about future operations of services and employment terms and conditions linked to the tendering process of Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Services (CHFS) currently operated by Calmac; further notes that these services were first put …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

GLASGOW UNIVERSITY'S CHARLES KENNEDY MEMORIAL FUND

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the launch of a Memorial Fund by Glasgow University in honour of the late Rt hon. Charles Kennedy MP; recalls the enduring connection Charles Kennedy had with the university as a student, President of the University Union, recipient of an honorary doctorate and latterly as Rector …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

INDEPENDENT PRESS STANDARDS ORGANISATION INVESTIGATION INTO AN ARTICLE IN THE DAILY TELEGRAPH REGARDING FIRST MINISTER OF SCOTLAND AND THE FRENCH AMBASSADOR

Tabled by: Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House welcomes the investigation by the Independent Press Standards Organisation into the inaccurate Daily Telegraph story published in early April 2015 about the memorandum, leaked with the authority of the then Secretary of State for Scotland, regarding a meeting between Scotland's First Minister and the French Ambassador; looks …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

ETHICS AND SUSTAINABILITY IN FASHION

Tabled by: Ian Lavery (Labour - Wansbeck)
That this House notes the health and safety progress made since the Rana Plaza disaster two years ago; commends the signatories of the Bangladesh Accord for their commitment to improving health and safety standards in Bangladesh; calls on business to deliver health and safety in corporate social responsibility, improve reporting …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

CALLING TIME ON NUISANCE CALLS

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises that too many members of the public are bombarded with nuisance calls and texts which is a huge issue of concern; is aware that the Which? campaign, Calling Time on Nuisance Calls and Texts, found that eight in 10 people said that cold calls were an …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

SEND MY FRIEND TO SCHOOL CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the importance of education around the world; notes that 58 million children around the world are unable to access their right to education; further recognises that over half of the children who do not go to school are girls; and welcomes the Send My Friend to …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 13
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015

SUPPORT FOR TAX CREDITS

Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House supports the current tax credits system as a way to combat poverty and help families as a means of topping up their income and assisting with childcare payments; and opposes any proposal to reduce the family element that would result in lower awards for claimants.
43 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
7th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th July 2015

PAPAL ENCYCLICAL LAUDATO SI

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the recent encyclical letter from Pope Francis, Laudato Si, on care for our common home, which calls on all people of goodwill to care for our poorest sisters and brothers, for future generations and for the earth, our common home; recognises the long tradition of Christian …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 7
Conservative: 1
6th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 6th July 2015

HIV PEER-LED SUPPORT

Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the importance of peer-led support for people living with HIV in managing a long-term condition that is too often met with stigma in society; notes that there are now over 1,000 people living with HIV and evidence demonstrates that peer support can improve people's understanding and …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2015

NEW HOMES FOR THE PENNYBURN ESTATE

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Irvine Housing Association (IHA) who, in partnership with Pennyburn Regeneration Youth Development Enterprise, have constructed 22 new homes for social rent in the Pennyburn estate, Kilwinning; notes that these new homes have replaced 48 flats categorised as low-demand stock and that all residents who stayed in …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 1
2nd July 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2015

PREPAYMENT METERS

Tabled by: Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes the disproportionate costs incurred mainly by poorer households who pay for their gas and electricity using a prepayment meter; has concerns about the adverse impact of these costs on such households' ability to buy and cook food; acknowledges examples of good practice by individual energy suppliers …
113 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 50
Scottish National Party: 23
Conservative: 9
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 29th June 2015

PARKHEAD HOUSING ASSOCIATION

Tabled by: Natalie McGarry (Independent - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Parkhead Housing Association on their fantastic achievement in being named Best (Small) Housing Association in Scotland 2015; and recognises the significant impact they have had in the local community and for their tenants.
37 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 29th June 2015

CAR PARKING ON PAVEMENTS

Tabled by: Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House supports the campaign by Guide Dogs for the Blind and others to stop cars parking on pavements; considers that parking on pavements is a hindrance to many pedestrians, particularly those with wheelchairs or pushchairs, as well as being of great danger to those who are blind or …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 29th June 2015

FLAT FEE LEVY ON HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

Tabled by: David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House notes that the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is increasing its mandatory fees for all 16 regulated professions by a massive 12.5 per cent on 1 August 2015; further notes that this follows a five per cent increase in 2014, breaches an undertaking not to review …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 62
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
24th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2015

AUCHINLECK TALBOT

Tabled by: Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Auchinleck Talbot on its most recent Scottish Cup victory at Rugby Park, Kilmarnock, defeating Musselburgh 2-1; notes that the tournament was sponsored by Dyslexia Scotland and it is hoped that this sponsorship has raised awareness of this condition; further notes that this was Auchinleck's 11th Scottish …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2015

RAIF BADAWI

Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the unjust arrest and imprisonment of Raif Badawi in Saudi Arabia in May 2014 for championing free speech and freedom of expression; is concerned that he was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment, 1,000 lashes, a fine of one million Saudi Riyal - over a quarter of …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
22nd June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd June 2015

MALARIA RESEARCH AT DUNDEE UNIVERSITY

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundee University for its exciting and potentially world-changing discovery of a new compound which could treat malaria while also protecting people from the disease and preventing the spread of the disease; considers that such innovation in malaria drugs is necessary in light of the threat of …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
18th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

FEMALE UNEMPLOYMENT LEVELS IN SCOTLAND

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the news that Scotland has one of the lowest levels of female unemployment in the developed world; understands that the latest comparison figures on female unemployment compiled by the Scottish Parliamentary Information Centre shows that Scotland has the fourth lowest female unemployment level comparing 34 other …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
18th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

RAVENSCRAIG'S STEEL MAN STRUCTURE

Tabled by: Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House welcomes the unveiling of the sculpture, Steel Man, at the site of the former Ravenscraig steel works in Lanarkshire; pays tribute to the former steelworkers and trade unionists who raised funds and commissioned this significant work of remembrance; congratulates the sculptor Andy Scott for creating a fitting …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

YOUNG ENTERPRISE SCOTLAND AWARDS 2015

Tabled by: Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House congratulates Rise Enterprise of Airdrie Academy for winning three awards at the Young Enterprise Scotland 2015 Awards, for Retail Excellence, Best Presentation and the People's Choice, which was the result of a public vote; similarly congratulates Fjara Jewellery of Kirkwall Grammar School in Orkney on winning Company …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
17th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

PEOPLE'S ASSEMBLY AGAINST AUSTERITY MARCH

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this House notes evidence that the Government's economic strategy of austerity pursued since 2010 has seen a significant transfer of wealth from the least well-off to the more affluent; further notes the policy has had a disproportionately negative impact on the most disadvantaged areas; believes that this has contributed …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 21
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
17th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is extremely concerned about the potential impact of the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) on the ability of hon. Members to make decisions in the public interest; in particular opposes the investor state dispute settlement (ISDS) mechanism which would give foreign corporations enhanced legal power to …
99 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 25
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

ROYAL SOCIETY OF BIOLOGY'S PARLIAMENTARY LINKS DAY

Tabled by: Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates The Society of Biology on organising this year's Parliamentary Links Day (PLD) on 23 June 2015 on behalf of the science and engineering community; applauds the theme of Science and the New Parliament; welcomes the Society's continuing commitment to serve the public interest by improving the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

GLENURQUHART SHINTY CLUB AND THE RBS MACTAVISH CUP

Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House wishes to congratulate Glenurquhart Shinty Club on winning the 2015 RBS MacTavish Cup Final and in doing so, recognises the valuable contribution of the local community in their steadfast support; and wishes the club and community continued sporting success.
28 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

BIKE WEEK 2015

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House welcomes the promotion of cycling during Bike Week from 13-21 June 2015; congratulates those involved in the organisation of events; acknowledges this as the largest national cycling event in the UK; recognises the importance of promoting cycling as a convenient way to make everyday journeys; and endorses …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
15th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

GLOBAL TB

Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House recognises the enormous human and economic cost of the global tuberculosis (TB) epidemic which claims 1.5 million lives a year and severely damages the health and wellbeing of nine million people every year; highlights the particular threat posed by Multi-Drug Resistant TB, which is the only major, …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

ANNIVERSARY OF ISRAELI BOMBARDMENT OF GAZA

Tabled by: Jo Cox (Labour - Batley and Spen)
That this House recognises that 8 July 2015 will be the first anniversary of the start of the most recent and most devastating Israeli military operation in Gaza and resulted in, according to the UN, more than 2,000 deaths, 1,492 of them civilians and 551 of those, children; notes that …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

YARL'S WOOD IMMIGRATION REMOVAL CENTRE

Tabled by: Kate Osamor (Independent - Edmonton)
That this House notes the work of and problems in Yarl's Wood Immigration Removal Centre, and especially the poor treatment of women detainees by Serco; is concerned that despite this, Serco's contract has been renewed; calls on the Home Secretary to reassess the entire detention process so that radical changes …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

HERITAGE LOTTERY FUNDING OF THE DAVID LIVINGSTONE CENTRE

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House welcomes the Heritage Lottery Fund's contribution to develop the David Livingstone Centre in Blantyre; recognises the cultural and historical importance of the Centre; further recognises the work of the David Livingstone Trust in maintaining Dr Livingstone's legacy; congratulates it on its recent award of Lottery funding; and …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
15th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

VAT REDUCTION FOR THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

Tabled by: Andrew Bridgen (Independent - North West Leicestershire)
That this House recognises that local restaurants and public houses are facing very challenging conditions in the current economy and are being put under further pressure by the rise of large supermarkets that enjoy preferential value added tax (VAT) treatment; notes that these businesses lie at the heart of their …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 6
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
15th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

THE ISLE OF ISLAY PIPE BAND

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates the Isle of Islay Pipe Band on winning the Grade 3A UK Championships in Belfast on 13 June 2015; notes that this follows on from its success in winning the Grade 3A British Championships last month; and wishes the Isle of Islay Pipe Band every success …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
10th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

AIR PASSENGER DUTY

Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House recognises the economic importance attached to reduced air passenger duty (APD); notes the recent decision by the government of the Irish Republic to sell its stake in Aer Lingus to AIG, British Airways' parent company; acknowledges that this commercial decision could place Dublin as a major hub …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
10th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

HUMAN RIGHTS IN ERITREA

Tabled by: Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House strongly condemns the serious and systematic human rights violations committed by the Eritrean government, as detailed by the United Nations Commission of Inquiry on Human Rights in Eritrea, which published a hard-hitting report last week; expresses its concern that the Eritrean government has created a pervasive climate …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

VOTES FOR 16 AND 17 YEAR OLDS

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the study by the University of Edinburgh which states that 67 per cent of people aged 16 and 17 years old would participate in an election if given the chance to do so; notes that this compares favourably with figures released in the same study which …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 15
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

CERVICAL SCREENING AWARENESS WEEK

Tabled by: Nicholas Brown (Independent - Newcastle upon Tyne East)
That this House welcomes Cervical Screening Awareness Week 2015, which runs from 15 to 21 June 2015 and is led by Jo's Cervical Cancer Trust; notes that the week aims to highlight the importance of cervical screening and how attending a screening appointment can help to prevent cervical cancer; further …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

THE BIG SHAVE OFF

Tabled by: David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House praises the efforts of Paul Kehoe, one of the House's doorkeepers and a servant of the House for 37 years, in supporting The Big Shave Off in order to raise funds for charities involved with autism, Alzheimer's, Cancer UK, Help the Heroes and prostate cancer; is impressed …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
9th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

SMALL SCALE HYDRO POWER

Tabled by: Callum McCaig (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House notes the successful development of small scale hydro supported via Feed-in-Tariff, with 177 MW of small scale hydro now available in Scotland, which represents 75 per cent of UK capacity; recognises the importance of this additional clean energy generation at a time of tightening electricity capacity margins …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

VIOLENCE AGAINST CHILDREN AND THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS

Tabled by: Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House believes that the Government should play a leading role at the UN summit in September 2015 and strongly urge its international colleagues to adopt a specific target to reduce the level of violence against children as part of the new Sustainable Development Goals; notes that UNICEF has …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
9th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

REFUGEES CROSSING THE MEDITERRANEAN AND MARE NOSTRUM

Tabled by: Thangam Debbonaire (Labour - Bristol West)
That this House urges the Prime Minister to recognise the fatal impact of the decision in 2014 to cancel Operation Mare Nostrum in October 2014, and the decision to replace it with the much more limited Operation Triton, resulting in the loss of thousands of lives of desperate refugees, exploited …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

RECOGNITION OF PALESTINE

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes the comments of the Israeli Prime Minister that there will be no state of Palestine on his watch and that he has repeatedly made it clear that he will never countenance a fully sovereign Palestinian state in the West Bank and Gaza; further notes that the …
93 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
8th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

UNFCCC CLIMATE CONFERENCE 2015

Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House notes that the forty-second session of the Subsidiary Body for Implementation and the Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technological Advice of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, as well as the June session of the Ad Hoc Working Group on the Durban Platform for Enhanced Action, …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 7
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th June 2015

25th ANNIVERSARY OF DUMBARTON CREDIT UNION

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House applauds the work of credit unions across the UK in promoting, providing and offering a safe and regulated local environment to save and a low cost way to borrow; recognises the intrinsic community nature of credit unions in reducing the demand for high interest loans and doorstep …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th June 2015

CARERS WEEK SCOTLAND 2015

Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes Carers Week 2015; understands that Carers Week is an annual awareness campaign, which takes place between 8 and 14 June 2015 and is supported by six national charities, Carers Scotland, Carers Trust Scotland, MS Society Scotland, Macmillan Cancer Support, Independent Age and Age UK; notes that, …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
9th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

ROYAL MAIL COMMEMORATION OF SCOTLAND'S HISTORY

Tabled by: Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House marks the 50th anniversary of Royal Mail's modern Special Stamp programme; notes that 2,663 Special Stamps have been issued since July 1965 and have represented, in each year, the ever evolving society and culture of the nation; welcomes the publication of the most recent Special Stamps, which …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

QEII CUNARD LINER

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the grave concern being expressed at the condition of the Clydebank-built Cunard Liner Queen Elizabeth II as it languishes in Dubai; calls on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to seek reassurances from the government of Dubai about the future of the Queen Elizabeth II and where …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

GLASGOW GIRLS FOOTBALL CLUB

Tabled by: Natalie McGarry (Independent - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Glasgow Girls Football Club (GGFC) on the announcement of its tour to the Gambia and news that it will play the Gambian National Women's team; and commends GGFC for all its community work in the east end of Glasgow.
48 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

SUPPORTING SCOTLAND'S CARERS

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House supports Scotland's 759,000 carers and thanks them, and the millions of unpaid carers across the UK, for the unwavering work that they do; recognises and gives its full support to Carers Week from 8 to 14 June 2015; congratulates third sector organisations, such as Carers Scotland, MND …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 9th June 2015

THE BIG RIDE FOR PALESTINIAN CHILDREN

Tabled by: Gerald Kaufman (Labour - Manchester, Gorton)
That this House salutes Red Spokes for organising The Big Ride, a sponsored bicycle ride by some 1,000 cyclists from Edinburgh to London to be held from 1 to 9 August 2015 to raise money for the Middle East Children's Alliance, a non-profit organisation which is dedicated to helping deprived …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 13
Independent: 1
3rd June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

BURNING ALIVE OF A 15 YEAR OLD CHRISTIAN BOY IN LAHORE

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the beating, torture and burning alive of a 15 year old Christian boy Nauman Masih, on 9 April 2015, in Lahore, after he was identified as a Christian by two Muslim youths; and calls on the government of Pakistan to ensure that the perpetrators of this …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
3rd June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

CARERS WEEK 2015

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes that there are 6.5 million unpaid carers across the UK and 6,000 people take on new caring responsibilities every day; gives its full support to Carers Week which falls on 8 to 14 June 2015; further notes that this is an annual campaign to raise awareness …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

SUPERMARKET DISPOSAL OF EDIBLE FOOD

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
"after 'banks;', insert 'calls on the Government to engage with the Scottish Government on issues of food waste;'."
29 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
3rd June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

APPLICATION OF VAT TO POLICE SCOTLAND AND THE SCOTTISH FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE

Tabled by: Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House calls on the Government to agree to requests from the Scottish Government for Police Scotland and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service to have the same ability to recover VAT as other emergency services across the UK; notes that providing a level playing field for Scotland would …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
2nd June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

TRIDENT AND THE STRATEGIC DEFENCE AND SECURITY REVIEW

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes that a decision on the replacement of the Trident nuclear weapon submarines is due in the life of this Parliament; further notes that the Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR) will precede that decision; recognises that international circumstances have significantly changed from those in which the …
96 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 30
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

DAWN RAIDS BY BORDER AGENCY STAFF

Tabled by: Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House condemns the dawn raid reportedly carried out in Glasgow on 28 May 2015 during which it is understood that 20 UK Border Agency staff detained a family, including three young children and split the family up by immediately removing the mother and her children while the father …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

PROPOSED STRATEGIC SMALL SURGERIES FUND

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises that the funding formula for general practice surgeries disadvantages small rural practices, such as those in Coniston and Hawkshead, where Coniston surgery faces a drop in funding of £25,000 over seven years; notes that this loss in funding may result in these surgeries being forced to …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

PREVENTION OF DEBT CRISES IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES

Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House supports taking action to prevent debt crises taking place in developing countries, as these delay development and can cause great suffering; welcomes the $130 billion of developing country debt which was cancelled through the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries initiative; notes that lending to low-income countries has trebled …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
2nd June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

ILLEGAL AND UNSUSTAINABLE TIMBER

Tabled by: Lord Goldsmith of Richmond Park (Conservative - Richmond Park)
That this House notes the problem of illegal logging, estimated at between 15 per cent and 30 per cent of the international timber trade, which results in lost revenues for producer countries, environmental damage, loss of biodiversity and increased carbon emissions; further notes that the European Union's Timber Regulation (EUTR) …
98 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 18
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
1st June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

7th INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM OF THE DIABETIC FOOT

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House commends the organisers, speakers and attendees at the seventh International Symposium of the Diabetic Foot; notes that the symposium is a large and influential health conference held in The Hague, to share best practice on treating and preventing the complications of diabetes; is deeply concerned that there …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

DAIRY FARMERS

Tabled by: Lindsay Hoyle (Speaker - Chorley)
That this House recognises the important role dairy farmers play in supplying dairy products to consumers; highlights the high quality dairy products which are supplied by local farmers and the benefits that dairy produce brings to providing a healthy, well-balanced diet; expresses concern at the way in which dairy farmers …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 13
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Speaker: 1
1st June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

SUGAR CONTENT IN FRUIT SNACKS

Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is deeply concerned at the evidence gathered by the group Action on Sugar, which shows a large number of fruit snacks aimed at children contain unacceptably high levels of sugar; notes that of the 94 products researched by Action on Sugar, 85 per cent were more sugary …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
1st June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

EVICTION OF PALESTINIAN BEDOUIN COMMUNITIES FROM ISRAELI-OCCUPIED WEST BANK

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes with deep concern that, despite being a clear and egregious violation of the Fourth Geneva Convention, Israel advanced a 'relocation plan' that will see 7,000 Palestinian Bedouins and herders, 60 per cent of them children, who currently reside in 46 small residential areas, forcibly transferred and …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
1st June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015

DEATH SENTENCE ON FORMER PRESIDENT MORSI

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House condemns the unjust death sentence handed down to Former President of the Republic of Egypt, Mr Mohammad Morsi and to a number of his party members by an Egyptian court on 15 May 2015; believes this judgement is cruel and falls short of the principles of justice; …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
8th June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2015

DETENTION OF MAJID ALI, CITY OF GLASGOW COLLEGE STUDENT

Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is deeply concerned by the detention of City of Glasgow student Majid Ali, who was last week sent to Dungavel Detention Centre; notes that Majid is due to be deported to Balochistan, in Pakistan, at 11.30pm on 9 June 2015; expresses concern that Majid will be in …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd June 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd June 2015

DUNGAVEL IMMIGRATION REMOVAL CENTRE

Tabled by: Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House commends the protestors who gathered at Dungavel Immigration Removal Centre on 30 May 2015 to call for the closure of the centre; and agrees that the Government must pursue alternatives to detention with a view to achieving the closure of Dungavel House and other immigration removal centres.
41 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 3
2nd June 2015
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WAR GRAVE RECOGNITION HMT LANCASTRIA

Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House expresses its full and sincere support for those campaigners and family members whose loved ones died on 17 June 1940 when the troopship HMT Lancastria was sunk off the coast of France with the loss of an estimated 4,000 souls; further supports their efforts to have the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 1
27th May 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2015

CHILD ABUSE AND THE OFFICIAL SECRETS ACT 1989

Tabled by: Lord Mann (Non-affiliated - Bassetlaw)
That this House believes that justice for the survivors of child abuse should be a priority for the Government; notes that concerns have been raised by current and former police officers and special branch officers that by coming forward with evidence related to child abuse they could be prosecuted under …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2015

SAFETY AT HMNB CLYDE (FASLANE)

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House views with alarm the revelations of Able Seaman William McNeilly, published by The Sunday Herald, in which he catalogues a series of security breaches and safety failings both at HMNB Clyde (Faslane) and aboard the UK’s nuclear-powered and nuclear-armed submarines; believes that, if substantiated, Mr McNeilly’s allegations …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2015

VAT ON TOURISM

Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House recognises the value of the tourism sector; notes that tourism-related businesses lie at the heart of the local community and economy; further notes that 25 out of 28 EU states, including the Republic of Ireland, take advantage of a reduced rate of VAT for some part of …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
27th May 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2015

VOTES AT 16 IN THE EU REFERENDUM

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House believes that the voting age for the referendum on the UK’s membership of the EU should be 16; notes that many youth-led organisations such as the British Youth Council are campaigning for this on its own merits and as an investment in the future of our democracy; …
65 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 16
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
27th May 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2015

50th ANNIVERSARY OF SCOTTISH CATHOLIC INTERNATIONAL AID FUND

Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes the 50th anniversary of the Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund (SCIAF), established in 1965 in Rutherglen by Bishop Michael Foylan, Monsignor John Rooney and Mr John McKee, guided by the principles of the Second Vatican Council; thanks SCIAF for its dedication to ending poverty and working …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 5
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th May 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2015

OBESITY, DIET AND LABELLING

Tabled by: David Tredinnick (Conservative - Bosworth)
That this House welcomes the recommendations in the Health Select Committee Report, Impact of Physical Activity on Diet and Health; believes that the Government needs to prioritise prevention, health promotion and early intervention to tackle the growing obesity crisis, and provide the necessary resources; acknowledges that progress has been made …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
27th May 2015
Philippa Whitford signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th May 2015

VOLUNTEERS WEEK 2015

Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes and supports plans to celebrate the 31st annual Volunteers Week from 1 to 7 June 2015; congratulates the national bodies for volunteering, Volunteer Scotland, National Council for Voluntary Organisations, Volunteer Now and Wales Council for Voluntary Action as they seek to support and develop volunteering across …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1