IMPACT OF THE ECONOMIC RECESSION ON VOLUNTARY SECTOR

Early day motion 1378, tabled 28 April 2009 by Bob Spink (Independent). Signed by 41 members.

That this House notes with concern the wide-ranging and adverse effects of the global economic recession; recognises the growing problem of unemployment facing British workers; commends those unemployed workers who have turned to the voluntary sector as a way to gain new skills, get a head-start in an highly competitive job market and make valuable use of their time out of work; and calls on the Government to further promote the merits of voluntary work and the benefits it offers people seeking a route back into employment.

Signatures by party: Labour 25, DUP 4, Liberal Democrat 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 3, Conservative 2, Independent 2, Plaid Cymru 2.