POSTMAN ANDREW JAMIESON AND HIS DOG OSCAR

Early day motion 776, tabled 23 February 2005 by Andrew Rosindell (Conservative). Signed by 31 members.

That this House notes with concern that the Royal Mail has banned Postman Andrew Jamieson from taking his dog Oscar with him on his rounds after a single complaint; further notes that Oscar is a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, one of the most loyal and friendly breeds of dog; recognises that both Mr Jamieson and Oscar are marvellous ambassadors for the Royal Mail; and urges the Royal Mail to take note of the 500 strong petition signed by residents of Tynemouth to allow Oscar to continue to accompany Mr Jamieson and reverse this unwarranted decision.

Signatures by party: Labour 19, Liberal Democrat 6, Conservative 5, DUP 1.