REFUGEES

Early day motion 618, tabled 23 October 2013 by Jim Shannon (DUP). Signed by 22 members.

That this House expresses condolences to the families of those refugees who lost their lives trying to enter Europe in sub-standard carriers; notes the rescue of 350 people by the Italian authorities; and calls on European governments to take measures to prevent further tragedies and to offer resources to police the waters between Africa and Europe.

Signatures by party: DUP 6, Labour 6, Liberal Democrat 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 3, Plaid Cymru 2, Conservative 1, Independent 1.