Motion text
That this House recognises Christmas and the true celebration of the birth of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, marking the beginning of God’s redemptive plan; highlights the greatest gift given at the first Christmas, a gift of love and forgiveness in the form of the Christ child, and expresses gratitude for the freedom to openly practise and express our faith at Christmas and throughout the year; notes the tremendous charity work that is being carried out by Trussell Trust Foodbanks and Salvation Army, amongst many others, to ensure that families have food and are able to enjoy the festivities; and takes the opportunity to wish all a very happy Christmas and a blessed, peaceful and safe New Year.
Signatures (12)
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
14 December 2025
Jogee, Adam
Labour
Signed on
16 December 2025
McMurdock, James
Independent
Signed on
16 December 2025
Myer, Luke
Labour
Signed on
16 December 2025
Allister, Jim
Traditional Unionist Voice
Signed on
16 December 2025
Robinson, Gavin
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
17 December 2025
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
Swann, Robin
Ulster Unionist Party
Signed on
17 December 2025
Rosindell, Andrew
Conservative
Signed on
17 December 2025
Easton, Alex
Independent
Signed on
18 December 2025
Maskell, Rachael
Labour
Signed on
18 December 2025
Blackman, Bob
Conservative
Signed on
5 January 2026
Lockhart, Carla
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
13 January 2026
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.