PALESTINIAN OLIVE GROVES

Early day motion 910, tabled 20 February 2007 by Michael Weir (Scottish National Party). Signed by 56 members.

That this House notes that olive groves are an important part of the Palestinian economy; further notes that the separation wall currently being constructed by Israel separates many Palestinian farmers from their olive groves and that the United Nations has stated that one million trees will be inaccessible or access restricted behind the barrier once the route is completed; recognises that economic progress is vital for peace; and calls upon the Government to make strong representations to the government of Israel to allow Palestinian farmers full access to their olive groves.

Signatures by party: Labour 36, Liberal Democrat 11, Conservative 3, Scottish National Party 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Plaid Cymru 1.