Motion text
That this House deplores the brutal murder of Priyantha Diyawadanage, a Sri Lankan national, who was tortured to death and whose body was then burnt on 3 December 2021 in Sialkot, Pakistan; urges the Pakistan authorities to launch a full investigation into the death; believes the antiquated presence of blasphemy laws fuels discrimination on the grounds of religion or belief; urges the Government to encourage other Government's to repeal blasphemy laws and condemn civilian violence inspired by accusations of blasphemy; and calls on the Government to raise this horrific case with Pakistan’s highest authorities.
Signatures (6)
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.
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
6 December 2021
Lockhart, Carla
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
6 December 2021
Robinson, Gavin
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
6 December 2021
Donaldson, Sir Jeffrey M
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
6 December 2021
Hanvey, Neale
Alba Party
Signed on
9 December 2021
Fellows, Marion
Scottish National Party
Signed on
17 January 2022
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.