A NATIONAL VOICE

Early day motion 728, tabled 15 June 1999 by Hilton Dawson (Labour). Signed by 48 members.

That this House congratulates all the young people and adults who have contributed to the development of 'A National Voice' - the new national organisation for children and young people who are in or have left care; recognises that the care system requires fundamental improvement; understands that it is essential that the voices of children and young people in care are heard at all levels; celebrates the qualities and achievements of all young people in care; believes that young people in care have a great contribution to make to new models of citizenship and democratic participation throughout the United Kingdom; and welcomes the use of the Members Dining Room on Tuesday 29th June at 4 p.m. to enable honourable Members to hear about the potential significance of 'A National Voice' from the young people themselves.

Signatures by party: Labour 24, Liberal Democrat 17, Labour/Co-operative 3, UUP 2, Conservative 1, Unknown 1.