COMIC RELIEF 20TH ANNIVERSARY

Early day motion 707, tabled 9 February 2005 by Parmjit Gill (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 54 members.

That this House celebrates the 20th Anniversary of Comic Relief and the events being organised this year for Red Nose Day 2005: Big Hair and Beyond, on 11th March; praises the ongoing commitment to help end poverty and social injustice both in the UK and the poorest countries in the world; commends the hundreds of comedians who continue to support Comic Relief through the use of comedy and laughter to convey serious messages; pays tribute to the enduring generosity of the public and those in the media and corporate worlds; applauds all those who have helped raise nearly ú300 million to date; and encourages all honourable Members to support all future fund raising activities.

Signatures by party: Labour 29, Liberal Democrat 17, Conservative 2, DUP 2, Labour/Co-operative 2, Plaid Cymru 1, UUP 1.