As this motion is using historical data, we may not have the record of the original ordering, in which case signatories are listed alphabetically.
Motion text
That this House welcomes the reduction of prescription charges in Scotland to £3 on the way to their total abolition from 2011; recognises that the Scottish Government's action brings Scotland nearer to removing a tax on ill health that people needing medicines should not have to face; notes that the eventual abolition of prescription charges is in line with the founding principle of the NHS that it should be free at the point of delivery; further recognises that the greatest benefit of the policy is to people with long-term conditions who should not face ongoing financial penalties just because they are living with illness; congratulates the Welsh Assembly Government on having abolished prescription charges; and further notes that by leaving more money in people's pockets, the removal of prescription charges will play a part in Scotland's economic recovery.
Signatures (8)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Mason, John
Scottish National Party
Signed on
7 January 2010
Salmond, Mr Alex
Scottish National Party
Signed on
11 January 2010
Wareing, Mr Robert N.
Independent
Signed on
11 January 2010
Spink, Bob
Independent
Signed on
12 January 2010
Cook, Frank
Labour
Signed on
12 January 2010
Robertson, Angus
Scottish National Party
Signed on
13 January 2010
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.