INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY
Early day motion 861, tabled 10 February 2010 by Jo Swinson (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 142 members.
That this House marks International Women's Day on 8 March 2010 and supports the global Join me on the Bridge campaign where women around the world gather to say no to war and yes to peace and development; recognises that women bear the main burden of conflict and poverty around the world; and calls for further investment in women and girls so they can rebuild their lives, communities and their nations.
Signatures by party: Labour 88, Liberal Democrat 39, Conservative 4, Scottish National Party 3, DUP 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Independent 1, Independent Labour 1, Plaid Cymru 1, Respect 1.