DUNDEE REFUGEE SUPPORT

Early day motion 487, tabled 17 September 2015 by Chris Law (Scottish National Party). Signed by 33 members.

That this House recognises the outstanding response and contribution of Dundee Refugee Support in raising funds and collecting essential items to support refugees who desperately need help during the unfolding European refugee crisis; praises the work of this organisation and the generosity of the citizens of Dundee; appreciates the urgency of delivering support to those who need it most as quickly as possible; welcomes the establishment of a website by the Scottish Refugee Network in partnership with the Scottish Government to help co-ordinate Scotland's response to the crisis; is concerned about the erection of border fences in a number of European countries and the impact that this may have on those seeking refuge; and calls on the Government to work with European partners to find a sustainable solution to the crisis.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 31, DUP 1, Labour 1.