LAW AND HUMAN RIGHTS

Early day motion 502, tabled 15 December 2009 by Jeremy Corbyn (Labour). Signed by 145 members.

That this House believes that universal jurisdiction for human rights abuses is essential as part of the cause of bringing to justice those who commit crimes against humanity and will oppose any legislation to restrict this power of UK courts.

Signatures by party: Labour 79, Liberal Democrat 53, Independent 4, Conservative 2, Scottish National Party 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Independent Labour 1, Plaid Cymru 1, Respect 1.