ST PATRICK'S DAY

Early day motion 1103, tabled 24 February 2014 by Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Social Democratic and Labour Party). Signed by 34 members.

That this House calls on the Government to provide for St Patrick's Day, 17 March, to become an annual public holiday in Northern Ireland; recognises that a shared celebration of St Patrick, as a common symbol for all the people of Northern Ireland regardless of faith, belief or background, would play an important role in reconciliation; and acknowledges the deep historical, cultural and religious significance of Ireland's patron saint, whose teaching and life forms a universal example espoused by all Christian traditions.

Signatures by party: Labour 18, Conservative 4, Liberal Democrat 4, Plaid Cymru 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 3, Alliance 1, Independent 1.