POPPY APPEAL

Early day motion 205, tabled 12 November 2007 by Lindsay Hoyle (Labour). Signed by 83 members.

That this House pays its respects to those who have lost their lives during conflicts across the world; recognises the sacrifice made by millions of people who have lost their lives, not only during the two world wars, but in other conflicts and peace-keeping operations; pays tribute to the Royal British Legion through the Poppy Appeal, which helps raise awareness about the loss of life suffered, in addition to raising funds in order to allow the Legion to carry out its important work and particular campaigns which benefit veterans and their families such as the current Broken Covenant Campaign; and urges everyone to support the Poppy Appeal, which helps support veterans and their families in many different ways.

Signatures by party: Labour 38, Liberal Democrat 24, Conservative 13, DUP 3, Independent 2, Scottish National Party 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.