JERSEY REFERENDUM ON DOUBLE DAYLIGHT SAVING HOURS

Early day motion 1860, tabled 23 June 2008 by Lindsay Hoyle (Labour). Signed by 31 members.

That this House calls on the Government to note Jersey's announcement to call a referendum on the consideration of adopting double British summertime; notes that Jersey rightly recognises the health, environmental and economic benefits of lighter evenings; asks the Government to consult with interested parties in light of growing support for the campaign for double daylight hours; and further notes that benefits such as less road traffic accidents, increased children's health, increased opportunity for sporting activity and the advantages for British tourism are all to be recognised.

Signatures by party: Labour 17, Conservative 6, DUP 3, Liberal Democrat 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1, UKIP 1.