BLUE CROSS ANIMAL WELFARE CHARITY

Early day motion 2118, tabled 20 October 2009 by Andrew Rosindell (Conservative). Signed by 43 members.

That this House acknowledges the extraordinary and invaluable work undertaken by the Blue Cross, Britain's pet charity, carrying out over 55,000 consultations, 7,500 operations and 12,000 diagnostic procedures on sick and injured animals annually; recognises the tireless commitment made by their team of dedicated volunteers who complement the work of their paid staff, having given 114,046 hours of their time last year alone; promotes their outstanding reputation for re-homing unwanted and abandoned animals, educating the public in responsible pet ownership; and thoroughly commends their tremendous contribution to animal welfare throughout the United Kingdom.

Signatures by party: Labour 21, Conservative 10, Liberal Democrat 7, DUP 3, Independent 1, Plaid Cymru 1.