MS MALALAI JOYA

Early day motion 1576, tabled 24 May 2007 by John Barrett (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 39 members.

That this House recognises the brave plight of Ms Malalai Joya, Afghanistan's most outspoken Member of Parliament, in support of women's rights, democracy and universal justice; supports her invaluable work on these issues and commends her on her bravery and determination in the face of death threats and assassination attempts; condemns the decision of her fellow parliamentarians to suspend her from government for the remainder of her five year term; believes that this raises great concerns over the future of women's rights and equalities in Afghanistan following the murders of several outspoken female activists including Safia Amajan; and urges the UK Government to support Ms Joya in her work and to keep women's rights in Afghanistan high on the agenda in UK politics.

Signatures by party: Labour 17, Liberal Democrat 16, Conservative 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, DUP 1, Plaid Cymru 1.