TENTH ANNIVERSARY OF DEVELOPMENT IN ACTION

Early day motion 462, tabled 11 January 2005 by Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 130 members.

That this House congratulates Development in Action on celebrating its 10th year of outstanding work in raising awareness of global issues among young people in the UK; notes that since it was founded, Development in Action has arranged placements with Indian non-governmental organisations for more than 160 young volunteers who have campaigned actively to promote development awareness and international understanding upon their return to the UK; further notes that this has been achieved entirely through the work of young volunteers motivated by a desire to have a positive impact upon the world in which they live; recognises the vital importance of promoting understanding of the developing world in the UK; and calls on politicians of all parties to promote Development in Action's example.

Signatures by party: Labour 54, Liberal Democrat 37, Conservative 25, Labour/Co-operative 8, DUP 2, Plaid Cymru 2, Scottish National Party 1, UUP 1.