AFRICA MALARIA DAY AND THE MILLENNIUM DEVELOPMENT GOALS

Early day motion 2014, tabled 24 April 2006 by Stephen O'Brien (Conservative). Signed by 67 members.

That this House notes its concern for human, social and economic devastation caused by the spread of malaria which affects 500 million people a year; recognises the success of the Global Fund to date, in which the UK Government, supported by all parties, has played a significant role; further notes the need to re-commit to achieving the Millennium Development Goals; and urges the Government to encourage other donor governments and the international community in general to take further urgent action to ensure that the Global Fund can continue to provide life-saving tools for the eradication of malaria.

Signatures by party: Labour 34, Liberal Democrat 13, Conservative 10, DUP 6, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Plaid Cymru 1, Scottish National Party 1.