RAILWAY ENTHUSIASTS AND PHOTOGRAPHY

Early day motion 1159, tabled 23 March 2009 by Tom Harris (Labour). Signed by 101 members.

That this House welcomes the presence and activities of railway enthusiasts on the UK rail network; acknowledges the potential positive contribution to station security made by railway enthusiasts who are often seen as providing extra eyes and ears for the security services through their activities; is concerned at recent reports that some rail enthusiasts have been prevented from carrying out lawful activities, including photography, by station and train staff; and calls on Network Rail and the train operating companies to respect the legal rights of members of the public to pursue their interests at stations.

Signatures by party: Labour 63, Liberal Democrat 23, Conservative 11, DUP 2, Scottish National Party 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.