Tom Elliott's 205 Early Day Motions
2nd March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 20th April 2017

IRAN'S INFLUENCE IN THE MIDDLE EAST

 Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House is extremely concerned by the growing domestic human rights violations in Iran and the high number of executions; highlights the role of Islamic Revolutionary Guards' (IRGC) increase in its domestic crackdown, including the arrest of activists, dissidents and dual nationals on trumped-up charges; is very disturbed by …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th April 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th April 2017

SAVING THE RED SQUIRREL

 Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the ongoing efforts of The Wildlife Trusts, other charities and volunteers to recruit up to 5,000 volunteers across the UK to help preserve and assist in the survival of the native red squirrel population, which has considerably reduced in number in recent years; congratulates all those …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th April 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th April 2017

ATTACKS ON COPTIC CHRISTIANS

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern and sorrow regarding the attack on the Coptic Christian churches in Egypt during which 44 people were killed and 126 were wounded; calls on the Government to stand in solidarity with the Egyptian Government and people, and in particular with the Christian churches in that …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th April 2017
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CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING IN HOUSEHOLDS

 Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House notes with concern that around 30 people a year still die as a result of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and many more may unknowingly be poisoned; further notes that there has never been a fatality related to CO poisoning where an audible CO alarm, tested to the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th April 2017

CHILD MAINTENANCE SERVICE CHARGES

 Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises that charges on the Child Maintenance Service Collect and Pay service are preventing parents and children from accessing maintenance; accepts that domestic abuse survivors are most at need of a Government service to help ensure maintenance is paid without contact between former partners, yet are among …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
28th March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th April 2017

NATIONAL CEREBRAL PALSY REGISTER

 Tabled by: David Simpson (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House notes the estimated prevalence of cerebral palsy, which is thought to affect approximately 30,000 children in the UK; recognises the importance of early identification of, and intervention for, children with cerebral palsy to ensure that these children and their families receive appropriate support to achieve their full …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
27th March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th April 2017

INCREASES TO BUSINESS RATES FOR SOLAR POWER

 Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern the Chancellor of the Exchequer's decision in the Spring Budget 2017 to hugely increase business rates for rooftop solar by up to 800 per cent; further notes that solar power is a clean and sustainable technology which is quick to install, produces no carbon …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th April 2017

HIGHWAY CODE

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that 25,160 people were killed or seriously injured in the last year in the UK, a six per cent increase on the previous year, while driving, cycling or walking with negotiating a junction being the most hazardous manoeuvre and two thirds of all collisions and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
29th March 2017
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35TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FALKLANDS WAR

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House commemorates the 35th anniversary of the Falklands War which began on 2 April 1982 and lasted until 14 June 1982; solemnly remembers the three Falkland civilians, 255 British and 650 Argentine service personnel who lost their lives; recognises the courage and bravery of UK forces who defended …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th March 2017

PROTECTION OF ANCIENT WOODS

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House notes that the Government has announced its intention to improve and protect ancient woods and veteran trees by adding them to a list of the nation's assets, thereby granting them added protection from development; and believes that to ensure the success of such good intentions it will …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th March 2017

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
23rd March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th March 2017

MARIE CURIE

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the exceptional work carried out by the Marie Curie cancer charity; thanks it for everything it does to make a real difference to the lives of ill men, women and children throughout the UK; further thanks every Marie Curie nurse for their dedication to end of …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
23rd March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th March 2017

100th BIRTHDAY OF DAME VERA LYNN

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 100th birthday of Dame Vera Lynn; thanks her for the truly inspirational role she undertook as the Forces' Sweetheart; extends its best wishes to Dame Vera on her new album in the hope that it will become a best-seller; and rejoices in Dame Vera's long …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017

POLICE WIDOWS' PENSIONS

 Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises that police officers often place themselves in the way of harm to protect their communities, sometimes making the ultimate sacrifice and leaving behind families and loved ones; is deeply concerned that the Police Pension Regulations 1987 do not allow police widows or widowers the opportunity to …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017

BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE ACT

 Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
That this House welcomes the 14th anniversary of the Government's official recognition of British Sign Language on 18 March 2017; celebrates the culture and heritage of sign language; and calls on the Government to enact a British Sign Language Act in England to give British Sign Language full legal status …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017

UN INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF RACIAL DISCRIMINATION

 Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
That this House notes the UN International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on 21 March 2017; reaffirms this House's commitment to eliminate racial discrimination in all its forms from our society; and calls on the Government to officially mark the observance annually on 21 March each year.
48 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 17
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017

THREE SCOTTISH SOLDIERS

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recalls the murder of the three Scottish soldiers, Dougal McCaughey aged 23 years old, John McCraig aged 17 years old and Joseph McCraig aged 18 years old, in Belfast on 10 March 1971 by the IRA; notes that in Belfast a time of quiet reflection is held …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
13th March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017

AMERICA, ULSTER SCOTS AND ST PATRICK'S DAY

 Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the enduring and outstanding contributions to democracy and freedom which will be celebrated in mid-March 2017 in the US where the 250th anniversary of the birth of Ulster Scots President Andrew Jackson, alongside the annual celebration of St Patrick's Day in Washington, will be acknowledged; and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017

FUTURE OF THE RMS QUEEN MARY

 Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes with grave concern a recent report on the present condition of the RMS Queen Mary, permanently moored as a tourist attraction in California, that outlines a catalogue of faults which, unless addressed, could lead to the vessel being mothballed within a decade; believes that the historic …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th March 2017
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2017 DANSKE BANK SUBSIDIARY SHIELD AND DOWN HIGH SCHOOL

 Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House congratulates Down High School on winning the 2017 Danske Bank Subsidiary Shield; acknowledges the huge contribution and effort of all of the players and coaching staff; recognises the County Down team's magnificent season; notes the valiant Ballyclare High School team who finished as runners up after an …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
1st March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 2nd March 2017

LONDON SKOLARS VERSUS TORONTO WOLFPACK RUGBY LEAGUE MATCH

 Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes the historic rugby league match taking place between London Skolars and Toronto Wolfpack at Skolars' New River Stadium in Haringey, London on 4 March 2017; wishes both clubs and all teams well for the game; notes that this will be the first league fixture for Canadian …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
1st March 2017
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TERMINAL ILLNESS AND THE MARIE CURIE GREAT DAFFODIL APPEAL LAUNCH

 Tabled by: Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House recognises the impact of living with a terminal illness and highlights the need for care and support for all those affected; is deeply concerned that as many as 110,000 people across the UK who should have access to this high quality care and support are currently missing …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st March 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2017

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
22nd February 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2017

BOYS' BRIGADE

 Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House welcomes the establishment of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for the Boys' Brigade; honours the Brigade's mission to care for and challenge young people through informal education and weekly activities, in partnership with interdenominational houses of worship; notes that the Brigade is the largest Christian uniformed youth movement …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
21st February 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2017

STATUS OF EU NATIONALS IN THE UK (No. 2)

 Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House reiterates its strong commitment that EU nationals living legally in the UK should have their status guaranteed after the UK leaves the EU; celebrates the contribution made by millions of those nationals to the UK's public services, economy, culture and scientific knowledge; acknowledges the concern about their …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Crossbench: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
9th February 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2017

MOD ESTATE

 Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the Ministry of Defence's decision to make changes to its estate and infrastructure; calls on the Government to take a modern, inclusive and family-friendly approach as it remodels its estate by providing facilities and accommodation in bases, such as Leuchars Station, that meet the needs of …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th February 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2017

CAPPING OVERDRAFT CHARGES FOR CURRENT ACCOUNTS

 Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House calls on the Government to introduce a cap on the total charges any bank can place on overdrawn personal current accounts; further calls on the Competition and Markets Authority to note the 2016 decision not to introduce a mandatory cap on overdraft charges; notes the high levels …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th February 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2017

OFCOM AND MOBILE SPECTRUM

 Tabled by: Richard Arkless (Scottish National Party - Dumfries and Galloway)
That this House notes that Ofcom will consult on the rules by which the forthcoming mobile spectrum auctions will be conducted; further notes that ensuring a fair distribution of spectrum will be a crucial determinant of the competitive health and consumer choice in the UK's mobile market; notes that the …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th February 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2017

RESPECTING THE NATIONS

 Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises and respects the unique identities of each of the Nations of these islands; further recognises the importance of clarity when debating important matters that relate to each of the unique countries of the UK; and agrees that every effort should be made by hon. Members to …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd February 2017
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MINISTRY OF DEFENCE SITE CLOSURES

 Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is concerned by the Government's proposed closure of almost 100 Ministry of Defence sites across the UK; notes the detrimental impact these closures will have on civilian and military staff and their families; further notes the socio-economic impact on local communities; is further concerned by the lack …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th January 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st February 2017

NURSING PAY

 Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House recognises the enormous and vital contribution nurses, midwives and associated healthcare professionals make to the NHS across the UK; commends their strong sense of vocation and high levels of dedication; notes that nursing staff salaries have been subject to a one per cent pay freeze since 2010 …
65 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
10th January 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st February 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
25th January 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 26th January 2017

200TH BIRTHDAY OF THE SCOTSMAN NEWSPAPER

 Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House congratulates the Scotsman newspaper on its 200th birthday; recognises the Scotsman's contribution to journalism and news in Scotland for two centuries; notes the newspaper's fine traditions of speaking truth to power, chronicling the history of Scotland and giving a voice to Scotland's political and civic life; and …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th January 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 26th January 2017

ADOPTION OF A FORMAL DEFINITION OF ANTISEMITISM

 Tabled by: Lord Mann (Non-affiliated - Bassetlaw)
That this House welcomes the Prime Minister's announcement of 12 December 2016 that Britain will adopt a formal definition of antisemitism in response to the work of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA); recognises that a recommendation formally to adopt a definition was first made in the All-Party Parliamentary Inquiry …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th January 2017
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th January 2017

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2017

 Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2017 the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day on 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, groups subjected to Nazi persecution and the victims of subsequent …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 16
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th December 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th January 2017

RECOGNITION FOR MUNITIONS WORKERS

 Tabled by: Bill Wiggin (Conservative - North Herefordshire)
That this House supports the award of official badges to those who worked in munitions factories during World War 1 and World War 2, many of whom are women, recognising their invaluable contribution to the war effort.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 8
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th December 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th January 2017

DEATH OF REFUGEES IN JORDAN

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with concern the loss of life of five people in the bombing of the Syrian refugee camp on the border of Jordan on 17 December 2016, which was allegedly carried out by Daesh; further notes the loss of life during another Daesh-led attack, which saw 14 …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th December 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th December 2016

REGENERATION OF COASTAL COMMUNITIES

 Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House notes the Government's commitment to developing a new industrial strategy and building an economy that works for everyone; further notes that coastal communities experience among the highest levels of deprivation in Britain and Northern Ireland; believes that revitalising coastal communities demands a new approach to making sustainable …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th December 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th December 2016

HIBERNIAN FOOTBALL CLUB GAME-CHANGER

 Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Hibernian Football Club on opening its doors on Christmas Day for those less fortunate; notes that the club has signalled its intent to provide a welcome home for those among the 4,000 homeless people in Edinburgh and the 40,000 elderly people in Scotland who will face …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th December 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th December 2016

HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IN YEMEN

 Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House expresses its concern that the humanitarian crisis in Yemen is worsening; notes the Oxfam report which states that Yemen is a few months away from running out of food, which builds on the UN report stating that around half the population are food insecure; is alarmed that …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th December 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th 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
12th December 2016
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FUNDING AND STAFFING OF POLICE SERVICE OF NORTHERN IRELAND

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House notes the Police Federation's major online survey that indicates police officers work at least one day's unpaid overtime per month, two fifths of officers worked most of their daily breaks and over 90 per cent are answering calls on police-related matters whilst off-duty; acknowledges the commitment and …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
5th December 2016
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ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF STORM DESMOND

 Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises that the flooding caused by Storm Desmond in December 2015 was the most extreme on record in the UK; stands in solidarity with the hundreds of people who are still out of their homes and businesses one year on from the storms; notes that hundreds of …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
5th December 2016
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TITANIC BELFAST

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House congratulates Titanic Belfast on being named the world's leading tourist attraction by World Travel Awards only months after being crowned Europe's leading visitor attraction; notes that this is the first time an attraction from the island of Ireland has won the esteemed honour; acknowledges that it has …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
30th November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th December 2016

ROSA PARKS OF MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA, US

 Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that on 1 December 1955 Rosa Parks took a seat and changed the world; recognises the courage of a young, black woman to challenge the white racist segregation of public transport and civic life in Montgomery, Alabama, US; thanks the NAACP who supported Rosa Parks after …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th December 2016

PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes Sightsavers' Put Us in the Picture campaign; recognises that there are more than 1 billion people with disabilities worldwide, that one in seven people have a disability, and that 80 per cent of people with disabilities live in developing countries; acknowledges, that unless actively included from …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th October 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th November 2016

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
29th November 2016
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BBC SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR AND SPORTS PEOPLE FROM NORTHERN IRELAND

 Tabled by: Ian Paisley (Democratic Unionist Party - North Antrim)
That this House condemns the decision by the BBC Sports Personality of the Year panel not to include any sportsperson from Northern Ireland on the 16 person shortlist; calls on that panel to publicly spell out how Northern Ireland sports people were excluded; and demands the inclusion in that shortlist …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
26th October 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th November 2016

CLYDESDALE BANK REFINANCING PRACTICES

 Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the June 2012 findings of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) that there were serious failings in the sale of interest rate hedging products to some small and medium-sized businesses by Clydesdale Bank; further notes the earlier critical findings of the Treasury Select Committee that the voluntary …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 50
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th October 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th November 2016

POLISH COMMUNITY'S CONTRIBUTION TO THE UK

 Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House recognises the unique and significant social, cultural, military and economic contributions of the Polish community to the UK; is concerned with the recent increase in hate crime and racist attacks against the Polish and other communities; and believes that EU citizens residing in the UK, along with …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
28th November 2016
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IRELAND CAPTAIN RORY BEST

 Tabled by: Tom Elliott (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House congratulates Ulsterman Rory Best on becoming only the fifth Ireland rugby player to achieve the impressive milestone of 100 international caps; acknowledges his heroic service to Ulster, Ireland and the British and Irish Lions; notes that under his captaincy, Ireland became the first northern hemisphere team since …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th May 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 24th November 2016

RIGHT OF ABODE FOR FORMER BRITISH-HONG KONG SERVICEMEN

 Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution to Britain of the former Hong Kong armed forces from 1857 until 1997; believes that those remaining soldiers of the Hong Kong Military Service Corps and the Hong Kong Royal Naval Service who did not receive a UK passport following the handover of …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 26
Conservative: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd November 2016

DISABLED STUDENTS ALLOWANCE SCHEME

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House notes the importance of the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) scheme for disabled people in Higher Education and the beneficial effect it has on recipients' academic achievements; acknowledges that DSA is associated with improved degree qualifications that result in significantly increased earnings; condemns the Government's reform of DSA, …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd 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
16th November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016

PRESERVATION OF HMS PRESIDENT (1918) AND LIBOR FUNDING

 Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House recognises the great historical significance of the World War One submarine-hunter, the former Q-ship, HMS President; further recognises her service to the country through both World Wars, and in the Cold War as Drill Ship for the London Division, Royal Naval Reserve; acknowledges her value as a …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016

ANTI-BULLYING WEEK 2016

 Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes Anti-Bullying Week which takes place from 14 to 18 November 2016; acknowledges that this week is used to shine a spotlight on bullying and encourages all children, teachers and parents to take action against bullying throughout the year; expresses deep concern that the NSPCC states that …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016

ELECTRICAL FIRE SAFETY WEEK

 Tabled by: Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House recognises the work of Electrical Safety First, a charity dedicated to preventing deaths, injuries and damage caused by electricity; notes that 21 November 2016 is the start of Electrical Fire Safety Week, which is run in conjunction with the Home Office Fire Kills campaign; further notes that …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
14th November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016

REFUWEEGEE WINTER CLOTHES APPEAL

 Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House commends the Refuweegee Winter Clothes Appeal; notes that Refuweegee is a community led project set up to ensure that all refugees arriving in Glasgow are welcomed to the city in true Glaswegian style; supports the project's objectives to ensure that it provides everyone who wishes to make …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016

WORLD DIABETES DAY

 Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House supports World Diabetes Day on 4 November 2016, when millions of people around the world come together to raise awareness of diabetes; congratulates the International Diabetes Federation for running this annual campaign; notes that diabetes currently affects 415 million people worldwide and is expected to affect 642 …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016

WORK OF CHARITIES AND OTHER ORGANISATIONS ON WAR COMMEMORATION

 Tabled by: Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House commends the work done by organisations and charities, such as the Royal British Legion, the Great War Society, the War Memorials Trust and the Ancre Somme Association, in commemorating the sacrifice made by the armed forces in the First World War and subsequent wars; notes that there …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
26th October 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016

FOOTBALL CORRUPTION

 Tabled by: Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House is concerned by the widening detachment between the fans who love the game and a growing number of football owners, authorities and leading figures; is shocked that the England manager has resigned after just 67 days for what the Football Association has called inappropriate conduct and a …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th November 2016

WORLD NUMBER ONE MEN'S SINGLES TENNIS PLAYER ANDY MURRAY

 Tabled by: Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House congratulates and celebrates Andy Murray becoming the world's number one ranked men's singles tennis player; notes the success he has achieved this year in winning both the Wimbledon Championships and the Olympic Gold Medal, both for the second time; considers Andy a superb ambassador for his sport …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th November 2016

IRISH VICTORY OVER THE ALL BLACKS

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Irish rugby team on its magnificent victory over the All Blacks for the first time in its 111 year history; further congratulates Head Coach, Joe Schmid; and dedicates the victory to Anthony Foley, and to his family, who recently passed away.
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
2nd November 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 7th November 2016

ADOPTION SUPPORT FUND

 Tabled by: David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That this House recognises the valuable role that adoptive families and adoption agencies play in providing a home and a family for adopted children; notes that many adopted children require ongoing therapy and support; welcomes the Government's decision to increase funding for the Adoption Support Fund to £23 million; regrets …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st November 2016
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ENGLAND VS SCOTLAND AND WEARING THE POPPY

 Tabled by: Ian Murray (Labour - Edinburgh South)
That this House calls on FIFA to permit the teams of both England and Scotland to commemorate those that gave the ultimate sacrifice by wearing the poppy during their World Cup qualifying match at Wembley on Armistice Day; notes that the poppy should not be seen as a political symbol …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
31st October 2016
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SUPERBIKE WORLD CHAMPION JONATHAN REA

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House congratulates Ulsterman Jonathan Rea on claiming his second consecutive Superbike World Championship title on 29 October 2016; acknowledges that he is the first rider since 1999 to win successive world superbike titles and becomes a member of an elite club comprised of just four riders who have …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
26th October 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st November 2016

STAND UP TO CANCER 2016

 Tabled by: Albert Owen (Labour - Ynys Môn)
That this House welcomes Stand Up To Cancer 2016 fundraising partnership between Cancer Research UK and public service broadcaster Channel 4; recognises that one in two people in the UK will be affected by cancer in their lifetime; notes the importance of Cancer Research UK's translational research, with clinical trials …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th October 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st November 2016

BRITISH PUB WEEK 2016

 Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes British Pub Week which runs from 28 October until 5 November 2016; supports the aims of British Pub Week to celebrate the great British pub, to unite the pub sector and to encourage people up and down the country to visit pubs; encourages people to visit …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th October 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st November 2016

FOUR NATIONS RUGBY LEAGUE

 Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes the Four Nations Rugby League tournament between England, Scotland, New Zealand and Australia; further welcomes the players and staff of the visiting New Zealand and Australian rugby league teams to the UK for the tournament; wishes all involved well in what will be an outstanding tournament …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
17th October 2016
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ULSTER TELEVISION

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House expresses concern regarding potential job losses at Ulster Television in Northern Ireland following its takeover by ITV; regrets the loss of the weeknight news review for future local capacity in news and current affairs; and calls on ITV to ensure maximum retention of Northern Ireland specific content …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
12th October 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2016

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
11th October 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2016

PROTECTING HUMANITARIAN WORKERS

 Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House expresses its outrage at the bombing of a UN aid convoy on the outskirts of the Syrian city of Aleppo, killing an estimated 20 civilians and destroying 18 UN trucks and their cargo of vital supplies destined for communities in areas controlled by opponents of the Assad …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th October 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2016

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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FORCED ORGAN HARVESTING IN CHINA

 Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes with grave concern allegations of forced organ harvesting in China; further notes that victims said to be targeted for forced organ extraction are prisoners of conscience; acknowledges evidence detailed in Bloody Harvest/The Slaughter: An Update, by former Canadian Member of Parliament David Kilgour, lawyer David Matas …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th October 2016

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
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 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
13th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

POLAR OCEAN CHALLENGE

 Tabled by: James Gray (Conservative - North Wiltshire)
That this House congratulates the great British explorer David Hempleman-Adams and his team on-board the 42 foot aluminium hulled yacht, Northabout, for successfully transiting the North East Passage and the North West Passage, thereby circumnavigating the North Pole in a single Arctic summer on 12 September 2016; notes that this …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 8
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

ISLAMIC STATE/DAESH - GENOCIDE

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House recalls that on 20 April 2016 the House voted 278-0 in favour of declaring the actions of Islamic State/DAESH as genocide; notes that since that time that organisation has continued its appalling and systematic extermination of minority groups across Syria and Iraq; is dismayed that since that …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

BETHANY FIRTH AND THE RIO 2016 PARALYMPICS

 Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House congratulates Bethany Firth on twice winning gold at the Rio 2016 Paralympics and on setting a new world record by completing the 100 metres backstroke in 1 minute 4.05 seconds; acknowledges the pride felt by her achievement in her home village of Seaforde, County Down, and throughout …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

COUNT THEM IN CAMPAIGN

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House loudly applauds the Count Them In campaign launched by the Royal British Legion, Poppy Scotland and others to highlight the lack of gathered knowledge on members of our armed forces, their communities, where they live and their needs; wholeheartedly supports the objective to include new questions in …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK 2016

 Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the importance of Suicide Prevention Week 2016, beginning on 5 September 2016, and of World Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September 2016, in raising awareness and understanding of an issue which deeply affects so many people; offers condolences to all those who have lost a friend …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

PORTSTEWART BEACH UK AWARD

 Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House acknowledges the recent award of Best Blue Flag Beach in the UK to Portstewart, Northern Ireland; recognises that there were 11 other beaches nominated, including some of the most famous across the nation, and by a public poll the beautiful and picturesque Portstewart was voted the best …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
8th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

MISS ABBY KANE AND THE RIO 2016 PARALYMPICS

 Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House wishes great success for Miss Abby Kane of Largs in the Rio 2016 Paralympics; congratulates Abby on her accomplishments thus far in the sport of swimming and on becoming the UK's youngest Paralympian of Team GB 2016; commends Abby on all her hard work, resilience and professionalism …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
7th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

DISTRIBUTION OF ARMED FORCES COVENANT FUNDING

 Tabled by: Jeffrey M Donaldson (Independent - Lagan Valley)
That this House is concerned with the distribution of Armed Forces Covenant funding across all of the UK; notes that the regions of Northern Ireland and Wales are the lowest of the 10 UK regions in terms of successful small grant applications and total amount awarded in 2015-16; and further …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

TEAM GB SUCCESS AT THE RIO 2016 OLYMPIC GAMES

 Tabled by: Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House congratulates Team GB on its stunning success at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games; notes that this is the first time that any country has improved its total medal haul immediately after hosting an Olympic Games; further notes that this is Team GB's best performance on foreign soil, …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

RETURNS ON SAVINGS FOR SENIOR CITIZENS

 Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House acknowledges the extreme difficulties being faced by senior citizens, millions of whom depend on the interest from savings they have accrued over their working lives and now see negligible rates of interest, many close to zero, meaning they receive miniscule returns on those savings; and calls on …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
6th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE JARROW MARCH

 Tabled by: Stephen Hepburn (Independent - Jarrow)
That this House commemorates with pride the 80th anniversary of the inspirational Jarrow Crusade; salutes the 200 jobless men who set off for London on 5 October 1936 to highlight the grim reality of life without work; commends the proud marchers who wanted Parliament to understand they were orderly, responsible …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

LOCAL PHARMACY SERVICES

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that a petition containing over two million signatures, representing approximately 3,500 citizens in every parliamentary constituency in the UK and supported by a wide array of patient groups, was recently handed into 10 Downing Street concerning proposed cuts to local pharmacy services; notes that the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
5th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

DAVID CALVERT - NATIONAL SHOOTING SUCCESS

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates David Calvert on his success at the National Shooting Competition at Bisley, winning the Queen's Prize for shooting for the third time in 15 years; and commends him on his contribution to shooting sports and for being an inspiration to all those involved and wishing to …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
5th September 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

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
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

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
11th July 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

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
28th June 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th September 2016

SECTION 75 EMPLOYER DEBT

 Tabled by: Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House expresses concern that changes to pensions legislation intended to ensure that employers meet their pension scheme liabilities are causing unintended financial difficulties for small business owners in non-associated multi-employer pension schemes, including the Plumbing and Mechanical Services (UK) Industry Pension Scheme; notes that the section 75 employer …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th September 2016
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HUMAN RIGHTS AND DISPLACED PEOPLE IN IRAQ

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the human rights abuse and persecution of Christians, Yazidis and other ethnic groups in Iraq; calls for financial assistance for displaced persons in Kurdistan in Iraq; further calls for a fair distribution of aid from Baghdad to Kurdistan's regional government for the displaced persons; and calls …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th July 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016

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
13th July 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016

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
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th July 2016

GLASGOW AIRPORT 50th ANNIVERSARY

 Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House recognises the 50th anniversary of the opening of Glasgow Airport; notes that the airport was officially opened by HM The Queen on 27 June 1966; welcomes that this important milestone was marked by a visit by HRH The Princess Royal; recognises the recent achievements of Glasgow Airport, …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th July 2016

ORGANISED DOG FIGHTING

 Tabled by: Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House regrets, despite it being illegal for 200 years, that organised dog fighting is still a daily occurrence in the UK; abhors this horrendous abuse as among the worst that can be inflicted on an animal; believes that penalties should be increased to ensure that the punishment reflects …
149 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 67
Scottish National Party: 40
Conservative: 14
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
7th July 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th July 2016

UK APPLICATION TO THE EUROPEAN SOLIDARITY FUND AND EU REFERENDUM

 Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House regrets that the Government has yet to submit to the European Solidarity Fund (ESF) a final cost estimate of the flood damage caused by Storm Desmond in winter 2015-16; recognises that the UK's future relationship with the EU is uncertain following the outcome of the referendum on …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 5
Non-affiliated: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th July 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th July 2016

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
11th July 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th July 2016

GORDON REID AND WIMBLEDON CHAMPIONSHIP

 Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Gordon Reid from Helensburgh on winning two titles at the 2016 Wimbledon Championships, the men's doubles wheelchair final, playing alongside partner Alfie Hewett, and the inaugural men's singles wheelchair title just 24 hours later, when he defeated Sweden's Stefan Olsson 6-1, 6-4; notes that these Wimbledon …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th July 2016

EURO 2016 AND WALES

 Tabled by: Nick Thomas-Symonds (Labour - Torfaen)
That this House congratulates the Welsh football team on its fantastic performance in UEFA Euro 2016 and on reaching its first major championship semi-final; commends the national team and its supporters for their conduct on and off the field; recognises the hard work and dedication of manager Chris Coleman, the …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th July 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th July 2016

STUDENT NURSES' BURSARIES

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware of the looming crisis facing the NHS and its ability to deliver safe and high quality care, in particular the current dangerous shortage of nurses and other clinicians; is alarmed by Government plans to replace the current NHS bursary with the student loans scheme equivalent …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
7th July 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 11th July 2016

WELSH NATIONAL FOOTBALL TEAM

 Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House congratulates the Welsh national football team for their endeavours during the European Football Championships in France; pays tribute to manager Chris Coleman and his backroom staff for their incredible stewardship of this great Welsh side during the tournament; further congratulates the red sea of Welsh supporters for …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th July 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016

ENGLAND 2021 RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP BID

 Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House wholeheartedly supports the Rugby Football League's bid for England to host the 2021 Rugby League World Cup; congratulates all involved in putting together a compelling bid to return one of the world's biggest sporting tournaments to the UK; considers that England is best placed to deliver another …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th June 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016

CHRONIC PAIN

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that chronic pain is identified as a condition in its own right, and that the measured prevalence of chronic pain varies according to precisely how it is defined and identified; further notes that the cited figure is 20 per cent, or 1 in 5, of the …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
4th July 2016
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40th ANNIVERSARY OF THE ULSTER AMERICAN FOLK PARK, OMAGH

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Ulster American Folk Park and Museum and the strong relationship between the United States (US) and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; notes that this anniversary underlines the special relationship between Northern Ireland and the US and its …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
29th June 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 4th July 2016

PROFESSOR MIKE NICHOLSON AND KIDNEY TRANSPLANTATION RESEARCH

 Tabled by: Yasmin Qureshi (Labour - Bolton South East)
That this House expresses its most sincere congratulations to Professor Mike Nicholson at the University of Cambridge for his pioneering research in kidney transplantation, which has already had a positive impact on the lives of kidney patients in the UK; commends Professor Nicholson for advancing the normothermic (warm) perfusion technique …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
28th June 2016
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EURO 2016 AND NORTHERN IRELAND

 Tabled by: Tom Elliott (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House congratulates the Northern Ireland football team for its brilliant performance in the 2016 European Championships in France; recognises the hard work and dedication of manager Michael O'Neill, the squad and all those involved with the team; welcomes the great example that the Green and White Army displayed …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
28th June 2016
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CENTENARY OF THE BATTLE OF THE SOMME

 Tabled by: Tom Elliott (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House commemorates the centenary of the Battle of the Somme which began in 1 July 1916 and lasted until 18 November 1916; solemnly remembers the 58,000 British and Commonwealth casualties suffered on the first day and the subsequent 420,000 British, 200,000 French and 500,000 German casualties; recognises the …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 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
15th June 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016

CLYDEBANK BLITZ REMEMBERED GROUP

 Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House wishes to acknowledge and thank the Clydebank Blitz Remembered Group which was set up to commemorate and coordinate events to mark the 75th Anniversary of the Clydebank Blitz; notes that the group compiled stories from survivors of the blitz and relatives of those affected, who were given …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th June 2016
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UK PIPE BAND CHAMPIONSHIPS 2016

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House recognises the exceptional achievements of Northern Ireland's bands during the UK Pipe Band Championships 2016, in which Field Marshal Montgomery won Grade 1, the PSNI won Grade 2, Colmcille won Grade 3A, Matt Boyd Memorial won Grade 3B, Cleland Memorial won Grade 4A and St Mary's Derrytrasna …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th June 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 27th June 2016

CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA ON 21 JUNE 2016

 Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House celebrates the 2nd International Day of Yoga, on 21 June 2016, adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2015; recognises that yoga is a multi-dimensional approach to encouraging well-being, which appreciates the link between physical and psychological health and lifestyle; appreciates that yoga is a reflective and …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th June 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 27th June 2016

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
24th May 2016
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VICTIMS OF IRA LIBYAN SEMTEX

 Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House believes that it is the first duty of government to protect and promote the interest and well-being of its citizens, and therefore records its dismay at the failure of successive UK administrations to protect and promote the interests of the innocent victims of IRA/Libyan Semtex, their dependents …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th May 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016

EGYPT AIR FLIGHT MS804

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with sadness the loss of Egypt Air flight MS804 travelling from Paris to Cairo; sends its thoughts, prayers and sympathies at this time of grief to the families of the 66 passengers who lost their lives; and calls on the Government to give every assistance in …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th May 2016
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PENSIONS CONTRIBUTIONS IN NORTHERN IRELAND

 Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House recognises that people working in Northern Ireland at ages 14 and 15 between 1947 and 1957 paid National Insurance contributions, but that these do not count towards their pension, which is calculated by taking into account contributions made from age 16 only; acknowledges that this impacts Northern …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
24th May 2016
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NORTHERN IRELAND'S FOSTER CARERS OF THE YEAR

 Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House congratulates Glen and Regina Mahon of Ballykinler, County Down, on being named Northern Ireland's Foster Carers of the Year; recognises the tremendous work that Glen and Regina have done helping children overcome difficult circumstances, including illness; and praises the work done by the 2,000 foster families across …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
23rd May 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2016

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
23rd May 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2016

CHILDREN'S HOSPICE WEEK 23 TO 29 MAY 2016

 Tabled by: Mark Tami (Labour - Alyn and Deeside)
That this House welcomes and supports the advent of Children's Hospice Week, the UK's awareness and fundraising week for the 49,000 children and young people with life-shortening conditions, their families and the palliative care services that support them; recognises the huge contribution that hospices and children's palliative care charities play …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 14
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th May 2016
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RANGERS FC CHARITY FOUNDATION

 Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates Rangers FC Charity Foundation for reaching its ambitious target to fund one million vaccines for UNICEF to protect some of the world's most vulnerable children from a variety of deadly yet preventable diseases, including measles, polio and typhoid, a target reached by the raising of £300,000 …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
18th May 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2016

CYBER BULLYING

 Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House condemns cyber bullying, online harassment and trolling; notes with concern the detrimental effect it can have on victims' mental and physical well-being; further notes that much of this bullying is sexist, racist or homophobic in nature; calls on the Government to equip young people and other web …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
18th May 2016
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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
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2016

NATIONAL EPILEPSY WEEK 2016

 Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes that 15 to 21 May 2016 is National Epilepsy Week, and congratulates the work of SUDEP Action and other charities to raise awareness, promote research and provide information and support for those affected by the condition; further notes with concern that people with epilepsy are 11 …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th May 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2016

SOLDIERS, SAILORS, AIRMEN AND FAMILIES ASSOCIATION

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA) on its 130th anniversary year; thanks the thousands of volunteers who give help and assistance, the caseworkers, the fundraisers and the telephone advice service; and wishes SSAFA more success and years of continued assistance for all service personnel …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th May 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2016

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
3rd May 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th May 2016

LEICESTER CITY FOOTBALL CLUB WIN THE ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

 Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House congratulates Leicester City Football Club on its historic achievement of winning the English Premier League; commends the team's captain Wes Morgan for leading his side to victory; applauds the entire team for their unwavering stamina and brilliance this season; and acknowledges the immense work done by team …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th April 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th May 2016

DANIEL LIBESKIND AND THE KURDISTAN REGION

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House recognises the global importance of and respect for the architect Daniel Libeskind, who designed the Jewish Museum in Berlin, the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester and the new World Trade Centre masterplan in New York, amongst many others; notes that Mr Libeskind was asked by the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 4 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th May 2016

ANZAC DAY 2016

 Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House remembers the heroic campaign that followed the landings of Allied forces at Anzac Cove, Gallipoli, on 25 April 1915; joins with all Australians and New Zealanders in commemorating the bravery of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who, together with their British colleagues and other allies, …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 7
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th April 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th April 2016

RADIO ULSTER JUNIOR CHOIR OF THE YEAR

 Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House congratulates all the schools that took part in the recent BBC Radio Ulster Junior Choir of the Year competition, particularly the competition's winners from St Patrick's Primary School, Drumgreenagh, Rathfriland in South Down; recognises all the hard work that has been put in by both teachers and …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th April 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 25th April 2016

HER MAJESTY'S 90TH BIRTHDAY PUBLICATION

 Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the publication by the Bible Society, in conjunction with HOPE and LICC, of the book entitled The Servant Queen to mark the 90th birthday of Her Majesty the Queen who is the longest reigning monarch in UK history; commends the society for such a production which …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
19th April 2016
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SCOTTISH CUP SEMI-FINAL

 Tabled by: Tom Elliott (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House congratulates Rangers Football Club on its significant victory over Scottish Premier League Champions and current league leaders Celtic Football Club in the Scottish Cup semi-final; commends both teams on what was one of the best Old Firm games in many years; eagerly awaits the final against Hibernian …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th April 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th April 2016

FALKLAND ISLANDS

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House reaffirms its unwavering and uncompromising commitment to the self-determination of the people of the Falkland lslands; and condemns the illogical determination of the UN that the Falklands, which existed well before Argentina, are within Argentina's territorial waters.
13 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
12th April 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th April 2016

PARKINSON'S DISEASE RESEARCH

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes continued efforts by the scientific community to find a cure for Parkinson's disease, including new and experimental efforts to advance research; and reaffirms its commitment to give full support where appropriate to those trying to find a cure for the disease.
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th April 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th April 2016

PROMOTION OF RANGERS FOOTBALL CLUB TO THE SPFL PREMIERSHIP

 Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates Rangers Football Club on its promotion to the Premiership of the Scottish Professional Football League; notes that the club is based at Ibrox Stadium in the Southside of Glasgow which hosted the 2014 Commonwealth Games Rugby Sevens; acknowledges the fact that Glasgow will have three clubs …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th April 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th April 2016

RANGERS FOOTBALL CLUB AND PETROFAC TRAINING CUP

 Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates Rangers Football Club on winning the Petrofac Training Cup, also known as the League Challenge Cup, on 10 April 2016, secured by negotiating five rounds of matches conceding only two goals; notes the team defeated Hibernian, Ayr United, Livingston and St Mirren football clubs in previous …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
22nd March 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th April 2016

UPRATING OF FROZEN PENSIONS

 Tabled by: Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House notes with concern, the decision by the Government to halt uprating of pensions for UK pensioners who are living overseas; further notes with concern that this will impact up to 550,000 UK pensioners, causing poverty, loneliness and a loss of independence; notes that, despite calls for a …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st March 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th April 2016

NATIONAL DEFENCE MEDAL

 Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that all those who serve in the UK armed forces do so knowing that this will require a great deal of personal sacrifice and will have a profound impact on their families; acknowledges that all military service involves an acceptance of substantial risk of injury, or …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2016
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EPILEPSY AND PURPLE DAY 2016 CAMPAIGN

 Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises Purple Day 2016, which takes place on 26 March; notes that this is an awareness day dedicated to highlighting sufferers of epilepsy; acknowledges that more than half a million people in the UK have the condition, whilst it affects around 50 million people worldwide; further recognises …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
22nd March 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 24th March 2016

EASTER RISING

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House salutes the courage and bravery of the 116 British army soldiers and 16 Royal Irish Constabulary officers killed, and the 368 British army soldiers and 29 Royal Irish Constabulary officers wounded, by Irish republicans in the Easter rebellion of 1916.
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
9th March 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 21st March 2016

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
8th February 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 21st March 2016

THE NHS BURSARY

 Tabled by: Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House celebrates the contribution of student nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and other healthcare staff; has serious concerns about the potential impact of removing NHS bursaries on the recruitment and retention of staff; and calls on the Government to drop its plans to remove NHS bursaries and instead …
156 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Non-affiliated: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
15th March 2016
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SEVENTH COMMONWEALTH YOUTH GAMES - BELFAST 2021

 Tabled by: Tom Elliott (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House congratulates the Northern Ireland Commonwealth Games Council on its successful bid to host the seventh Commonwealth Youth Games from 27 July to 1 August 2021; recognises the hard work of all those behind securing the games for Belfast and surrounding areas; notes the importance of the games …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th March 2016
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160TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BIRTH OF WILLIAM MASSEY

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House recognises the exceptional achievements of William Ferguson Massey of Limavady, County Londonderry, during his lifetime; notes his role as 19th Prime Minister of New Zealand, 1912 - 1925, and founder of the Reform Party; highlights his belief in the strong bond between New Zealand and the UK …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
3rd March 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 7th March 2016

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
1st March 2016
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CARL FRAMPTON (No. 2)

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Carl 'The Jackal' Frampton on his victory in securing the WBA super-bantamweight belt in his fight against Scott Quigg; and commends Carl Frampton for being an inspiration for young people in Northern Ireland and across the UK and for making the contest such a spectacular and …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
29th February 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st March 2016

FINAL DECISION ON AIRPORT EXPANSION IN LONDON AND THE SOUTH EAST

 Tabled by: Graham Brady (Conservative - Altrincham and Sale West)
That this House regrets the continuing delay in making a final decision on airport expansion in London and the South East; believes that a decision is vital for the prosperity of the nations and regions of the UK and urges Ministers to make sure that this delay is not repeated; …
65 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th February 2016
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CAPTAIN ERIC BROWN CBE DSC AFC ROYAL NAVY (No.2)

 Tabled by: Lord Soames of Fletching (Conservative - Mid Sussex)
That this House pays tribute to the late Captain Eric Melrose "Winkle" Brown CBE DSC AFC Royal Navy for his outstanding service to our country, to naval aviation and to the cause of reconciliation; notes that he flew more aircraft types, 487, than any other person in the world, a …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th February 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Friday 26th February 2016

LEGAL PROTECTION FOR UNBORN CHILDREN

 Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House welcomes the verdict in R v Wilson wherein Kevin Wilson, who repeatedly stamped on his ex-girlfriend's stomach in order to bring about the death of her unborn child, was sentenced to at least 16 years in prison; considers that the punishment is appropriate to the severity of …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 1
23rd February 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Friday 26th February 2016

RAF CADETS

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Air Cadets on their 75th anniversary, commends them for the valuable contribution they make and the important skills they teach young people, preparing them for both life in the RAF cadets and adult life; and congratulates the very successful Air Cadets based at Regent House …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Labour: 1
9th February 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016

SUPPORT FOR ROYAL NAVY AND ROYAL MARINES SERVICE LEAVERS

 Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House recognises the need for greater co-operation between separate service charities and those charities and the Armed Forces of the Crown; accordingly welcomes the launch of the Shipmates and Oppos programme for the support of all Service Leavers of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and their Reserves; congratulates …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 8
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th February 2016
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RATES OF SUICIDE

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern about the high rate of suicide across the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; notes that Northern Ireland has the highest rate of suicide in the UK for the second year running; and requests that the Government provides funding and facilitates ways of …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
8th February 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016

SAFER INTERNET DAY CAMPAIGN

 Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that 9 February 2016 is the annual, worldwide Safer Internet Day, which this year focuses on playing your part for a better internet; further notes that the UK Safer Internet Centre co-ordinates this campaign in the UK, which sees hundreds of organisations get involved to help …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th February 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016

LANDFILL COMMUNITIES FUND STRUCTURE

 Tabled by: Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House recognises the positive impact that the Landfill Communities Fund (LCF) has on local communities; further recognises that the LCF funds important projects such as nature conservation and youth volunteering; notes that landfill operators and the charitable organisations benefiting from the LCF are happy with its current structure …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Non-affiliated: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
2nd February 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd February 2016

ATC AND CCF 75TH ANNIVERSARY

 Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates the Air Training Corps (ATC) and the Combined Cadet Force (RAF) on reaching their 75th anniversary on 7 February 2016; notes that the ATC and the CCF promote and encourage a practical interest in aviation and the Royal Air Force, that they also provide training which …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
2nd February 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd February 2016

GORDON REID AND AUSTRALIAN OPEN TITLE

 Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Helensburgh's Gordon Reid on claiming his first Grand Slam tennis title by winning the singles wheelchair final at the Australian Open; and commends him on his talent, his determination and his bravery in refusing to allow the condition transverse myelitis to curtail his tennis career and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2016
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WAITANGI DAY 2016

 Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House joins the people of New Zealand in celebrating Waitangi Day, their National Day, on Saturday 6 February 2016, commemorating the historic signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840 that marks the coming together of the Maori people and representatives of the British Crown; notes the importance …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
2nd February 2016
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AUSTRALIAN OPEN TENNIS VICTORIES

 Tabled by: Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House congratulates Jamie Murray and Bruno Soares on winning the Australian Open men's doubles title, and Gordon Reid for winning the Australian Open wheelchair singles title; commends Andy Murray for reaching the finals in the men's singles; notes that Jamie and Andy are famous sons of Dunblane in …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
2nd February 2016
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SEXUAL ABUSE AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE AWARENESS WEEK

 Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that 1 to 7 February 2016 is the inaugural Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, which aims to ensure that, throughout the UK, a public discussion can be held about sexual abuse and violence; recognises that children, women and men can all be victims of …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd February 2016
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BOKO HARAM (No. 2)

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the violent attacks by Boko Haram in which huts were firebombed, burning people, including children, to death in Dalori village in North East Nigeria; and calls on the Government to give all medical and military assistance to the Nigerian government and authorities.
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
1st February 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd February 2016

CHANGES IN BEER DUTY

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is concerned that despite cuts in duty, the UK retains the second-highest level of beer duty in Europe, with the nation paying almost 40 per cent of all EU excise despite consuming around 12 per cent of produced beer within its boundaries; believes that cutting such duty …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
1st February 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016

OIL PRICES

 Tabled by: David Crausby (Labour - Bolton North East)
That this House notes that since May 2015 oil prices have fallen by over 55.8 per cent and yet petrol pump prices have fallen just 26.9 per cent and diesel 34.6 per cent; further notes that reduced fuel prices, in line with the falling price of oil, would be of …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th January 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 28th January 2016

CERVICAL CANCER PREVENTION WEEK 2016

 Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that 24 to 30 January 2016 is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, which is aimed at raising awareness of the causes and symptoms of cervical cancer and the importance of cervical screening; further notes that cervical cancer screening has continued to see a decline in uptake rates; …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th January 2016
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PASSING OF EXPLORER HENRY WORSLEY MBE

 Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the passing of explorer Henry Worsley as he undertook, unaided, one of the most arduous, difficult and testing journeys imaginable of an incredible 900 miles across the Antarctic in temperatures of -40c in aid of the worthwhile cause, the Endeavour Fund, which helps wounded service personnel; …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
26th January 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 28th January 2016

UN AND HUMAN RIGHTS IN NORTH KOREA

 Tabled by: Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes the statement of the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on 22 January 2016; welcomes his call for the international community to further all efforts to improve the human rights situation in the country; concurs …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th January 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 28th January 2016

MOVEMBER CAMPAIGN: THE BIG SHAVE-OFF 2

 Tabled by: David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House recalls with pleasure the fundraising efforts of one of the House of Commons doorkeepers, Paul Kehoe, who raised £1,400 during last year's Movember campaign by growing a luxuriant full-set beard and then having it shaved off; thanks all those who donated and helped Paul to be able …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
26th January 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 28th January 2016

GENOCIDE IN SYRIA AND IRAQ

 Tabled by: Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House is appalled by the beheadings, crucifixions, shootings, burnings, other murders, torture, rape and extensive violence being perpetrated by Daesh or IS against Christians and other minorities in Syria and Iraq on the basis of religion and ethnicity; observes that this disgusting behaviour clearly falls within the definition …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th January 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 28th January 2016

NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE

 Tabled by: Graham Allen (Labour - Nottingham North)
That this House notes that the National Voter Registration Drive (NVRD) is taking place over 1 to 7 February 2016; further notes that Mr Speaker, with the agreement of the House, allowed a projection of a ballot box onto Elizabeth Tower with the aim of encouraging citizens to register as …
65 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd January 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th January 2016

TREATMENT OF YAZIDI AND CHRISTIAN MINORITIES

 Tabled by: Stephen Twigg (Labour (Co-op) - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House considers the treatment of the Yazidi and Assyrian Christian minorities in Daesh-held territory strongly indicates that genocide is occurring, bringing to mind previous atrocities committed against these communities; believes that now the Assyrians and Yazidis face their greatest existential threat ever, from Daesh; calls for the establishment …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
19th January 2016
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OPEN DOORS

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Open Doors on the launch of its 2016 report and for highlighting the persecution of Christians; stands alongside Open Doors in its fight to protect both Christians and those who follow other religions; and believes that freedom of belief and religion should be available to all …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th January 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2016

HM REVENUE AND CUSTOMS' BUILDING OUR FUTURE PLAN

 Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is concerned at HM Revenue and Customs' (HMRC) plan with the misnomer Building Our Future which will reduce its offices from 170 to 17; notes that these proposals are driven by the Department's need to end the costly Mapeley PFI estates contract; believes that a centralised, remote …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 3 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 18
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th January 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2016

APPOINTMENT OF NEW SERJEANT AT ARMS

 Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the appointment of Kamal El-Hajji as the new Serjeant at Arms; notes that Mr El-Hajji is the first ever ethnic minority Serjeant at Arms in the 601 year history of the position; acknowledges the fine job that Bob Twigger did as acting Serjeant at Arms; and …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
7th January 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2016

COMMEMORATING HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2016

 Tabled by: Tulip Siddiq (Labour - Hampstead and Kilburn)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2016 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 2016 …
84 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 20
Independent: 8
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th January 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2016

FREE SCHOOL MEAL REGISTRATION

 Tabled by: Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House regrets that there are hungry children in this country who are entitled, but not registered, to receive free school meals; notes that, as a consequence of this under-registration, their schools miss out on Pupil Premium funding which is tied to free school meal registration; calls on the …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Conservative: 10
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th January 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2016

BEER DUTY IN THE 2016 BUDGET

 Tabled by: Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House welcomes the ending of the beer duty escalator and the impact of the unprecedented three successive beer duty cuts in the 2013, 2014 and 2015 Budgets in supporting the growth of Britain's breweries and underpinning confidence in the UK's pubs; notes that this has led to an …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Conservative: 16
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
5th January 2016
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2016

MESOTHELIOMA RESEARCH

 Tabled by: Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough)
That this House notes with concern that mesothelioma is an invasive form of lung cancer caused primarily by prior exposure to asbestos; recognises that there is currently no cure for this devastating disease and that mesothelioma patients frequently have a very short life expectancy and experience complex and debilitating symptoms; …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
6th January 2016
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BOKO HARAM

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns Boko Haram's murders in Maiduguri and Madagali, Nigeria; and reiterates its commitment to defeating lslamic extremists and terrorism wherever they may be.
16 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
16th December 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th December 2015

THE ROLE OF THE KURDS IN FIGHTING DAESH

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House warmly congratulates the Kurdistan Regional Government's brave Peshmerga and other Kurdish allies on recapturing Sinjar from Daesh with the assistance of international coalition airstrikes; recognises that this is not only a major psychological defeat but also severs the main supply road for Daesh forces between Raqqa and …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd December 2015
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BIAFRA INDEPENDENCE

 Tabled by: Tom Elliott (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House recognises the calls for the independence of territories that constituted the Biafran Republic; acknowledges the Biafran issue could be improved with the co-operation of the Nigerian government by offering a referendum; and urges the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to use its diplomatic strength to assist in the …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 1
2nd December 2015
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DISRUPTIVE PASSENGERS ON AIRLINES

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House recognises the figures published earlier this year by the UK Civil Aviation Authority which show that all airlines across the UK are seeing an increase in the level of disruptive behaviour on their flights, with alcohol intake often to blame; welcomes the steps already being taken by …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th November 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 30th November 2015

BRITISH OVERSEAS PENSIONS

 Tabled by: Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House believes that only uprating pensions in certain countries is unfair; acknowledges that this inequality of British pensioners living in countries such as Canada and Australia, having frozen pensions, results in a struggle to provide for themselves with the high cost of living; recognises that research from the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
25th November 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 30th November 2015

MESOTHELIOMA - COMPENSATION FOR THE MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that mesothelioma is a particularly aggressive form of terminal cancer caused by exposure to asbestos; recalls that in 2014 the Government established a scheme to pay lump sum payments to civilians who had contracted the illness but were unable to trace a liable employer or …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd November 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 30th November 2015

PANCREATIC CANCER

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with concern that just under 9,000 people are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the UK every year; acknowledges that this type of cancer has the lowest five-year survival rate of any common cancer and one that has barely improved in 40 years; and commends Ulster University …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th November 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th 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
16th November 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th November 2015

TAX CREDITS MITIGATION

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House notes the disproportionate effect of the proposed tax credit cuts on Northern Ireland, which will hit 120,000 households; expresses the view that hard-working, low-paid families should not be penalised for their efforts but rewarded for their contribution to the UK economy; and calls on the Chancellor of …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
10th November 2015
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REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY AND BRITISH OVERSEAS TERRITORIES AND CROWN DEPENDENCIES

 Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution by members of HM Armed Services from each of the British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies in wars and conflicts over the centuries, fighting for Queen, King and country; believes that the sacrifices of all these brave men and women should be fully …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Labour: 1
10th November 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 16th November 2015

ULSTER VICTORIA CROSS AWARDS WORLD WAR ONE

 Tabled by: Ian Paisley (Democratic Unionist Party - North Antrim)
That this House proudly remembers the contributions and sacrifices made by soldiers from across the UK in World War One, and in particular the 10 men from Ulster awarded the Victoria Cross for their bravery, Robert Morrow from Dungannon who, despite heavy shelling, courageously carried six comrades to safety, Eric …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
6th July 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 16th November 2015

VOLUNTEER VOCATIONAL CO-WORKERS AT BOTTON VILLAGE COMMUNITY FOR ADULTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

 Tabled by: Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Wood Green)
That this House notes that, until recently, Botton Village, a Camphill Community of 60 years' standing, offered a shared way of life for learning-disabled adults alongside volunteer co-workers, living as equals, sharing home, work, culture and recreation; further notes that Camphill Village Trust (CVT) is now insisting that co-workers become …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 4 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 6
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 16th November 2015

SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY PUBLIC HOUSES

 Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House recognises and values the social and economic contribution of British beer and community pubs, which support almost 900,000 jobs and contribute £22 billion to UK GDP; believes that well-run pubs are an important community meeting place and the best place to enjoy alcohol responsibly; notes that more …
148 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 61
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 22
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
5th November 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Monday 9th November 2015

CLOSURE OF THE MICHELIN TYRE FACTORY IN BALLYMENA

 Tabled by: Ian Paisley (Democratic Unionist Party - North Antrim)
That this House expresses grave concern about the closure of the Michelin Tyre Factory in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, which has been in operation since 1969 and will result in the loss of more than 860 jobs; acknowledges the need for constructive talks and to ensure that the employees facing this …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd November 2015
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SUPPORT FOR WOUNDED VETERANS

 Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House congratulates the four British and two US wounded veterans from the charity Walking with the Wounded on completing their 72 days, 1,000 mile Walk of Britain, raising awareness of their outstanding resilience and showing how they face their future with the same courage and determination which they …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd November 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015

CO-OPERATION BY SERVICE CHARITIES

 Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House recognises the need for greater co-operation between separate Services Charities: accordingly, welcomes the recent battlefield tour, for wounded veterans of all ages, to Ypres, organised and run by The Not Forgotten Association in co-operation with the British Limbless Ex-Servicemen's Association and Combat Stress; acknowledges, in this Great …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
14th October 2015
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MENTAL HEALTH PROVISION FOR ARMED FORCES PERSONNEL AND VETERANS

 Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House considers that comprehensive mental health service provision for armed forces personnel and veterans is essential, taking account of best practice guidance in the accessibility and delivery of both specialist and generic services; and calls for timeous access to medical and psychological therapies, prioritising the resources required for …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th October 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th October 2015

FREEDOM OF RELIGION IN BURMA

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House calls on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) to request that the Burmese government reviews the recently published series of bills that would restrict freedom of religion or belief for Buddhists, Christians, Muslims and other people; expresses concern on the effect of that legislation on the forthcoming …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
13th October 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 15th October 2015

RESTRICTIONS ON CHRISTIANS IN VIETNAM

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House calls on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) to urge the Vietnam government to relax restrictions on Christians, who are subject to beatings, harassment, intimidation and registration policies; notes that a number of Christian prisoners remain behind bars because of their religious beliefs; further notes that, under …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
13th October 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Thursday 15th October 2015

RELEASE OF PASTOR ABEDINI IN IRAN

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House requests the immediate release of Pastor Abedini and other Christians, Behnam Irani, Maryam Naseem, Naghash-Zargaran, Ebrahim Firouzi and Ata Babaei, detained in Iran for no reason other than the peaceful exercise of their Christian faith; expresses concern that seven Baha'i leaders, Mrs Fariba Kamalabadi, Mr Jamaloddin Khanjani, …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
12th October 2015
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NORTHERN IRELAND SUCCESS IN EURO QUALIFIERS

 Tabled by: Tom Elliott (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House congratulates manager Michael O'Neill and the Northern Ireland football team on successfully qualifying for the 2016 European Championships in France; notes that this is the first time Northern Ireland has ever qualified for the European Championship finals; and looks forward to the people of Northern Ireland uniting …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
16th September 2015
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GENDER-NEUTRAL HPV VACCINATION

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House believes that the public health case for including adolescent boys, as well as girls, in the national HPV vaccination programme is now irrefutable because it is the only certain way of protecting both sexes against a range of cancers, genital warts and recurrent respiratory papillomatosis; considers that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
15th July 2015
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INVESTIGATION OF SALE OF NAMA ASSETS IN NORTHERN IRELAND

 Tabled by: Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House recognises that the issues surrounding the sale of National Assets Management Agency assets in Northern Ireland need urgent and thorough investigation; and calls on the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland to do everything possible to ensure that any inappropriate action discovered by such investigations is addressed, …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
10th June 2015
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CARERS WEEK

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises the importance of Carers Week; expresses its determination to do all it can to build carer-friendly communities across Northern Ireland; and calls on the Department of Health to designate additional ring-fenced funding to give respite to carers who save the Government thousands of pounds a week …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
10th June 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th June 2015

ALLOWANCES PAID TO MEMBERS WHO DO NOT TAKE THEIR SEATS

 Tabled by: Lord Dodds of Duncairn (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast North)
That this House believes that it is time to end the special allowances system for abstentionist Sinn Fein hon. Members; notes that the 1978 Oaths Act is clear on who can claim expenses and salaries and that the 2001 motion of this House (permitting Sinn Fein hon. Members to claim) …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Labour: 1
3rd June 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th June 2015

BLEARY PIPE BAND

 Tabled by: David Simpson (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House congratulates Bleary and District Pipe Band on its recent title as British Pipe Band Champions 2015 (Grade 2) at the British Pipe Band Championship in Bathgate on 10 June 2015; and wishes the Band every success in future competitions.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
2nd June 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th 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
27th May 2015
Tom Elliott signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th 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