SHOP FITTING COMPANIES

Early day motion 1033, tabled 25 February 2008 by Richard Younger-Ross (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 32 members.

That this House welcomes the growth in refurbishment of shops, public houses and building societies, but notes that generally national chains use a select number of contractors who undertake the work across the UK rather than using locally-based companies; believes that such practices are inefficient and damaging to the environment and deny economically deprived areas of much needed employment; and calls upon the industry to review such practices and to invest more in local contractors and sources.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 16, Labour 10, DUP 3, Conservative 1, Plaid Cymru 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.