Motion text
That this House celebrates Yorkshire Day which takes place on the 1 August 2022 to acknowledge the history and culture of the great county of Yorkshire; highlights the many achievements of the people of Yorkshire and their contribution to British society; congratulates Yorkshire for producing world-class creative artists and sports women and men, as well as world-leading scientists; commends the beautiful countryside across God’s Own County and the many cultural treasures it has to offer; pays tribute to Yorkshire’s strong communities which have always fought for justice, particularly in the Miners’ Strike; calls on the Government to ensure that Yorkshire and its people are not held back by decisions made in Westminster; and wishes all those participating in Yorkshire Day celebrations a deeply rewarding and gratifying day, and, finally, hope that all the people Yorkshire have a prosperous and successful future.
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.
Trickett, Jon
Labour
Signed on
21 July 2022
Maskell, Rachael
Labour
Signed on
5 September 2022
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
5 September 2022
Hanvey, Neale
Alba Party
Signed on
7 September 2022
Burgon, Richard
Labour
Signed on
11 October 2022
Begum, Apsana
Labour
Signed on
17 October 2022
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.