Motion text
That this House recognises 14 July as Emmeline Pankhurst Day, commemorating the birth of Emmeline Pankhurst, one of the most influential campaigners for women's rights in British history; celebrates her leadership of the suffragette movement and her unwavering determination to secure votes for women; acknowledges the courage and sacrifice of Emmeline Pankhurst and the many suffragettes and suffragists whose efforts transformed British democracy and advanced the cause of equality; notes that the extension of the franchise to women marked a defining moment in the United Kingdom's constitutional history, while recognising that the struggle for equal representation and opportunity continues; and believes that Emmeline Pankhurst's legacy serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of civic participation, democratic engagement and challenging injustice.
Signatures (7)
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.
Ferguson, Patricia
Labour
Signed on
11 July 2026
Corbyn, Jeremy
Your Party
Signed on
14 July 2026
George, Andrew
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
14 July 2026
Maskell, Rachael
Labour
Signed on
15 July 2026
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
15 July 2026
Sullivan, Kirsteen
Labour
Signed on
16 July 2026
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.