Motion text
That this House notes with pride the generosity of charity organisations over the Christmas period; further notes the countless charities who go above and beyond at Christmas time, including The Salvation Army, Oxfam Unwrapped, The Trussel Group, Samaritans Purse and Make-A-Wish; underlines the current cost of living crisis, where thousands will be expected to ask for practical support to cope with financial hardship this winter; highlights the support offered by charities, including counselling, food parcels and offering somewhere to sleep; further underlines the close relationship between the Church and charities in providing key support for people this Christmas; understands that this is not a pleasant time for everyone; and thanks charitable organisations for the work they do in local communities for families who struggle at Christmas.
Signatures (10)
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
25 November 2022
Lake, Ben
Plaid Cymru
Signed on
29 November 2022
Penning, Sir Mike
Conservative
Signed on
29 November 2022
Law, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
30 November 2022
Girvan, Paul
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
5 December 2022
McDonnell, John
Labour
Signed on
5 December 2022
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.