Motion text
That this House celebrates the 20th anniversary of Parkrun, which was founded in 2004 in Bushy Park, London, and now operates in 20 countries with millions of participants worldwide, encouraging physical activity, community spirit, and inclusivity, providing free, weekly, timed 5k events that are accessible to all regardless of age, ability, or background; commends the remarkable volunteers whose dedication makes Parkrun possible, acknowledges the health benefits it has brought to communities, and applauds the positive mental and physical wellbeing fostered by this initiative; and calls on the Government to support such grassroots physical activity initiatives that contribute to healthier, more connected communities across the UK.
Signatures (35)
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.
Gordon, Tom
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
7 October 2024
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
8 October 2024
Reynolds, Mr Joshua
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
8 October 2024
Morgan, Helen
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
8 October 2024
Milne, John
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
8 October 2024
Forster, Mr Will
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
8 October 2024
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
Dillon, Mr Lee
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
8 October 2024
Franklin, Zöe
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
8 October 2024
Osborne, Tristan
Labour
Signed on
8 October 2024
Brown-Fuller, Jess
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
8 October 2024
Heylings, Pippa
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
8 October 2024
Wilkinson, Max
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
8 October 2024
Wrigley, Martin
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
8 October 2024
Maguire, Helen
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
8 October 2024
Slade, Vikki
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
9 October 2024
George, Andrew
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
9 October 2024
Arthur, Dr Scott
Labour
Signed on
9 October 2024
Jarvis, Liz
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
9 October 2024
Brewer, Alex
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
9 October 2024
Dance, Adam
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
10 October 2024
Wilson, Munira
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
10 October 2024
Pinkerton, Dr Al
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
10 October 2024
Voaden, Caroline
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
14 October 2024
Stone, Will
Labour
Signed on
14 October 2024
Cooper, Dr Beccy
Labour
Signed on
15 October 2024
Robinson, Gavin
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
16 October 2024
Dyke, Sarah
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
16 October 2024
MacDonald, Mr Angus
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
17 October 2024
Sullivan, Kirsteen
Labour
Signed on
17 October 2024
Law, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
21 October 2024
Jardine, Christine
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
22 October 2024
Gethins, Stephen
Scottish National Party
Signed on
22 October 2024
Amos, Mr Gideon
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
23 October 2024
Myer, Luke
Labour
Signed on
28 October 2024
Maskell, Rachael
Labour
Signed on
18 November 2024
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.