HOUSE OF COMMONS STAFF

Early day motion 907, tabled 10 March 2005 by Oliver Heald (Conservative). Signed by 124 members.

That this House expresses its gratitude for the tireless commitment, hard work and assistance when the House of Commons sits long hours of its attendants, cleaning and maintenance services, clerks and assistants, doorkeepers, police, fire and security services, Hansard reporters, the Vote Office, the Table Office, the Library, office keepers, Press Gallery reporters, the Post Office, the Refreshment Department, the Serjeant at Arms Department, the Speaker's Office and all support staff; recognises the considerable demands placed upon them; and praises such professionalism which is a vital part of the Parliamentary process and without which honourable Members could not operate effectively.

Signatures by party: Conservative 89, Labour 19, Liberal Democrat 9, DUP 2, Labour/Co-operative 2, UUP 2, Plaid Cymru 1.