Motion text
That this House recognises the decades of service of Japan’s Emperor Akihito and his wife, Empress Michiko, as he abdicates the throne after a 30-year reign; notes his dedication to his public duties as a symbol of the state; commends his efforts to ease the painful memories of war and the aftermath of several natural disasters while bringing the Japanese monarchy closer to its people during the Heisei era, meaning achieving peace; wishes Prince Naruhito, who will become Japan's 126th emperor every success as he leads the country into the new Reiwa, meaning beautiful harmony, era.
Signatures (12)
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.
Godsiff, Mr Roger
Labour
Signed on
30 April 2019
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
1 May 2019
Grogan, John
Labour
Signed on
1 May 2019
Hermon, Lady
Independent
Signed on
1 May 2019
Blackman, Bob
Conservative
Signed on
1 May 2019
Glindon, Mary
Labour
Signed on
1 May 2019
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
Bottomley, Sir Peter
Conservative
Signed on
2 May 2019
Farrelly, Paul
Labour
Signed on
7 May 2019
Cameron, Dr Lisa
Scottish National Party
Signed on
7 May 2019
Vaz, Keith
Labour
Signed on
8 May 2019
McGinn, Conor
Labour
Signed on
9 May 2019
Hendry, Drew
Scottish National Party
Signed on
17 June 2019
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.