28th April 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th April 2025
Incitement of violence against political representatives
Tabled by:
Sorcha Eastwood (Alliance - Lagan Valley)
That this House defends the role of art as a powerful force for protest, solidarity, and accountability, especially in standing with oppressed peoples; recognises art’s vital role in holding governments and institutions to account; affirms that political art can be provocative, critical, and disruptive; but utterly condemns any language that …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
28th April 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th April 2025
Comments made by Kneecap
Tabled by:
Jim Allister (Traditional Unionist Voice - North Antrim)
That this House condemns without equivocation the menacing incitement to murder public servants by the renegade group Kneecap; believes public confidence in the justice system requires police and prosecutory action against these purveyors of hate, particularly following the imprisonment of many people for their social media posts; demands no further …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
5th February 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM on Friday 25th April 2025
Injury on Duty Award Scheme
Tabled by:
Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle)
That this House acknowledges the inherent risks undertaken by police officers, firefighters, paramedics and other members of the emergency services in the line of duty; notes that severe injuries sustained in the line of duty can prematurely end their careers; further notes with concern that current recognition for such sacrifices …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 36
Labour: 21
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Reform UK: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
22nd April 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 24th April 2025
Omagh Bomb Inquiry
Tabled by:
Jim Allister (Traditional Unionist Voice - North Antrim)
That this House notes that the Omagh Bomb Inquiry will examine only alleged failings in respect of agencies in the United Kingdom; regrets that there is no parallel inquiry established by the Dublin Government to investigate failings within that state, having regard to the fact the bomb was constructed in …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
22nd April 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd April 2025
St George’s Day 2025
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House joins the people of England in celebrating St. George's Day on 23 April 2025; understands the significance of England’s national day to many people throughout the world; acknowledges the important role that England and her people play in strengthening the bonds of solidarity across the United Kingdom; …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
7th April 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd April 2025
Securing habitat for endangered swifts and other cavity nesting birds
Tabled by:
Barry Gardiner (Labour - Brent West)
This House notes with concern the dramatic decline in the breeding population of swifts whose numbers have dropped by 60% since 1995; recognises that the loss of natural nesting habitat for swifts and other cavity nesting birds has meant that four species of these birds are now on the International …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Reform UK: 1
7th April 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th April 2025
International Day of the Midwife
Tabled by:
Simon Opher (Labour - Stroud)
That this House recognises the International Day of the Midwife, on 5 May, along with its theme for 2025, ‘Midwives: critical in every crisis’; expresses its support for midwives in the United Kingdom and around the world for the vital contribution they make in providing care and support to women …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 10
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th March 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd April 2025
100th anniversary of East Belfast District Scouts
Tabled by:
Gavin Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast East)
That this House notes the 100th anniversary of the East Belfast District Scouts; commends District Lead Volunteer Gareth McAuley and his team for a hugely successful celebratory centenary parade and service at Campbell College, Belfast on 23 March 2025; acknowledges the selfless dedication of scout leaders past and present; honours …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Alliance: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM on Friday 14th March 2025
Cash acceptance
Tabled by:
Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole)
That this House is concerned at the rapidly increasing trend for UK businesses, local authorities and leisure facilities, including those supported by taxpayer funding, to refuse to accept cash for payments; appreciates that this issue is of ever-increasing importance to the 16 million British adults who run their household budgets …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Plaid Cymru: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th February 2025
Acts of violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with sadness that 70 Christians have been found beheaded in church in the DRC; underlines that on 13 February 2025, suspected militants from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) based in the countries North East region, a group with ties to the Islamic State, approached homes in …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
11th February 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th February 2025
Coroner’s finding on SAS soldiers
Tabled by:
Jim Allister (Traditional Unionist Voice - North Antrim)
That this House notes the coroner’s ruling in the case involving the death of four fully armed IRA terrorists who had launched a murderous attack on a police station; thanks the SAS for their courageous service in tackling terrorism in Northern Ireland; further notes the utilisation of the coronial service …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
3rd February 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 4th February 2025
Renaming Heathrow Airport after Queen Elizabeth II
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House remembers with gratitude the 70 years of service Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II gave to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth; gives thanks for her commitment and dedication over seven decades; acknowledges that Tuesday 21 April 2026 will be the 100th anniversary of Her late Majesty’s …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
24th January 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 27th January 2025
Mobile phone theft
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House notes with concern that an estimated 78,000 people had phones or bags snatched from them in Britain in the year to March 2024; further notes that this represented a 153% rise when compared to the year to March 2023; acknowledges that 70% of all thefts in London …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd January 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 23rd January 2025
95th Anniversary of Young Farmers' Clubs of Ulster
Tabled by:
Robin Swann (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House congratulates the Young Farmers Clubs of Ulster on their 95th Anniversary; acknowledges the positive contribution they have made to the rural fabric and society in Northern Ireland, educating and supporting young people from all walks of life over numerous generations; appreciates and thanks all those who have …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
8th January 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM on Monday 13th January 2025
Import and sale of real fur
Tabled by:
Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn)
That this House urges the Government to ban the import and sale of real fur; notes that the UK has banned the main methods of fur production, namely leg-hold trapping and fur farming, due to their cruelty; believes that it is hypocritical to allow the import and sale of real …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Liberal Democrat: 10
Green Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th January 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM on Monday 13th January 2025
Posthumous Victoria Cross for Blair Paddy Mayne
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers the heroic endeavours of Blair Mayne; believes that these should be acknowledged through the award of a posthumous Victoria Cross; notes that Blair, known as Paddy, Mayne was a native of Newtownards in the constituency of Strangford and that he was a legendary member and officer …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
6th January 2025
Robin Swann signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th January 2025
England men's cricket team's upcoming fixture against Afghanistan
Tabled by:
Tonia Antoniazzi (Labour - Gower)
That this House expresses profound concern regarding the England men's cricket team's upcoming Champions Trophy fixture against Afghanistan; understands that this fixture will take place in the context of the banning of female participation in sport by the Taliban in Afghanistan; pays tribute to the Afghanistan women's cricket team who …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 21
Labour: 17
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 2
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
10th December 2024
Robin Swann signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th December 2024
Anniversary of the murder of Kenneth Smyth and Daniel McCormick
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the anniversary of the murder of Kenneth Smyth and his colleague Daniel McCormick on 10 December 1971 as they travelled to work; notes that Kenneth was off duty and that Daniel had left the UDR and they were slaughtered as they headed to work together; further …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
3rd December 2024
Robin Swann signed this EDM on Monday 9th December 2024
Certificate of Common Sponsorship
Tabled by:
Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole)
That this House believes that migrant health and care workers on Tier 2 visas play an essential role in the delivery of UK health and care services; recognises that current rules tie these workers to a single employer, and that if a worker loses their job they may face financial …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Green Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th November 2024
Robin Swann signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th November 2024
Implications for rural communities of the Autumn Budget 2024
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the vital contribution that British farmers make to our economy, environment and food security; understands that the farming industry has suffered from the botched trade deals that the former Conservative government negotiated and the poorly managed transition to Environmental Land Management schemes, increases in input costs, …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
8th October 2024
Robin Swann signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th October 2024
NHS Parliamentary Awards
Tabled by:
Peter Prinsley (Labour - Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket)
That this House welcomes the holding of the 2024 NHS Parliamentary Awards in Westminster on the 14 October 2024; further acknowledges that the Awards were founded to celebrate the NHS’ 70th birthday in 2018 and are now a welcome feature of the Westminster calendar, enabling Parliament to recognise the outstanding …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
4th October 2024
1 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
9th September 2024
Robin Swann signed this EDM on Thursday 12th September 2024
Gibraltar National Day
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House joins the people of Gibraltar as they celebrate their National Day on 10 September 2024, commemorating the 1967 referendum in which more than 99 per cent. of Gibraltarians voted to reject annexation by Spain and remain a territory of the British Crown; notes the rich, diverse and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
2nd September 2024
Robin Swann signed this EDM on Thursday 12th September 2024
Ban trophy hunting imports
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes CITES data and investigations by the Campaign to Ban Trophy Hunting published in the national media showing British trophy hunters are killing and bringing home trophies of threatened species including African elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, hippopotamuses, zebras, wolves, monkeys, wild cats, lynxes, cougars, bears, and African …
111 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Liberal Democrat: 39
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1