2008 POPPY APPEAL

Early day motion 2335, tabled 23 October 2008 by Lindsay Hoyle (Labour). Signed by 88 members.

That this House notes the launch of the 2008 Poppy Appeal with the Poppy Man visiting troops in Basra; supports the Royal British Legion in its aim to exceed the £30 million raised in the 2007 Poppy Appeal; 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; and fully supports the work of the Royal British Legion, which helps the 10.5 million serving and ex-service personnel and their families who are eligible for the Legion's range of welfare services, including grant-making to those in need, pensions and benefits advice, counselling and job retraining, home and hospital visits as well as the provision of full nursing care.

Signatures by party: Labour 46, Liberal Democrat 20, Conservative 14, DUP 3, Independent 2, Scottish National Party 2, Plaid Cymru 1.