Motion text
That this House expresses both its condolences and celebration of the life of Leon Gledhill, who tragically died four years ago; recognises that Leon is missed by all and sends deepest condolences to his family and friends; expresses support for the tireless campaigning of his mother, Dianne Martin, who is raising awareness of the gaps in the mental health system that contributed to Leon’s death; calls on the Government to increase support for mental health services across the country; further calls on the Government to introduce a legislative backstop enabling certain third parties to refer people who were subject to orders under the Mental Health Act 1983 to adult mental health services on safeguarding grounds; believes that this change will stop people falling through gaps in the system, and make sure no other family has to experience what Leon’s family have; and calls on the Covernment to bring forward the Mental Health Bill with utmost urgency, to make the desperately needed reforms to mental health system.
Signatures (9)
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.
Moran, Layla
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
13 March 2023
Farron, Tim
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
14 March 2023
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
14 March 2023
Foord, Richard
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
14 March 2023
Jardine, Christine
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
14 March 2023
Chamberlain, Wendy
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
14 March 2023
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.