Monthly Archives: July 2011

Wild-Caught Primates And Research

Duncan Hames has signed EDM957. Motion reads: “That this House calls on the Government to completely disassociate itself from the cruel trade in wild-caught primates for research; and further calls on the Government to introduce a complete ban on the i…

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World Water Day

Duncan Hames has signed EDM1632. Motion reads: “That this House welcomes World Water Day taking place on 22 March; considers access to clean water and sanitation vital for a healthy life; acknowledges that for every 1 invested in water and sanitation t…

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Refusal Of UK Visa For Helen Berhane

Duncan Hames has signed EDM1531. Motion reads: “That this House regrets the decision by the UK Border Agency to refuse a visa for Helen Berhane to enter the UK; recalls the enormous suffering and persecution endured by Helen whilst held prisoner in Eri…

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Agreement Between Fatah And Hamas

Duncan Hames has signed EDM1769. Motion reads: “That this House applauds the progress being made by Fatah and Hamas via their preliminary agreement to form an interim government which provides an opportunity for recommencement of Middle East peace talks.”

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National Autism Society’s Great Expectations Campaign

Duncan Hames has signed EDM1994. Motion reads: “That this House has great expectations for the education of children with autism; notes that according to new research from the National Autistic Society (NAS), 48 per cent. of parents said they waited ov…

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UK Marine And Coastal Access Act 2009

Duncan Hames has signed EDM592. Motion reads: “That this House welcomes the coalition Government’s commitment to implement the provisions of the UK Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009; calls on the Government to ensure that sufficient resources are dedi…

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Defence Transformation | Metropolitan Police Service | Commons debates

I thank the Secretary of State for his decision on Lyneham, which will be welcomed in Chippenham and right across the north of Wiltshire. Does he still envisage any land disposals from the base…

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Defence Transformation | Metropolitan Police Service | Commons debates

I thank the Secretary of State for his decision on Lyneham, which will be welcomed in Chippenham and right across the north of Wiltshire. Does he still envisage any land disposals from the base…

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Metropolitan Police Service | Commons debates

In the light of the concerns raised by this issue, what action does the Home Secretary expect of police authorities outside London to root out inappropriate practices and to restore public…

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Metropolitan Police Service | Commons debates

In the light of the concerns raised by this issue, what action does the Home Secretary expect of police authorities outside London to root out inappropriate practices and to restore public…

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