Motion text
That this House congratulates Tommy Jessop and Heidi Carter on being voted onto the Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 list; recognises Mr Jessop’s important contributions to drama, theatre, and the arts, including being the first actor with Down’s syndrome to star in a BBC drama on prime-time, and Ms Carter’s important contributions to law and politics, primarily through her tireless advocacy seeking to reform legislation to ensure that people with Down’s syndrome are equally valued throughout their lives; applauds their determination to encourage and inspire others living with disability to capitalise on their true potential in the entertainment and other industries; affirms that all lives, including those living with Down's syndrome or disability, have equal value; and wishes Tommy and Heidi all the best in their future endeavours.
Signatures (13)
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.
Cameron, Dr Lisa
Scottish National Party
Signed on
20 October 2022
Chapman, Douglas
Scottish National Party
Signed on
21 October 2022
Edwards, Jonathan
Independent
Signed on
21 October 2022
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
24 October 2022
Dorans, Allan
Scottish National Party
Signed on
25 October 2022
Fellows, Marion
Scottish National Party
Signed on
26 October 2022
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
Stephens, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
27 October 2022
Law, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
1 November 2022
Fox, Dr Liam
Conservative
Signed on
1 November 2022
Whitford, Dr Philippa
Scottish National Party
Signed on
3 November 2022
Ferrier, Margaret
Independent
Signed on
3 November 2022
Girvan, Paul
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
7 November 2022
Johnson, Kim
Labour
Signed on
9 January 2023
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.