REVOLT ON THE CLYDE 1919

Early day motion 958, tabled 13 January 2016 by Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party). Signed by 42 members.

That this House remembers the Clyde Workers Committee which sought to demand a 40 hour working week for all workers; recognises the historical, social and cultural importance of the calling of the General Strike and Clyde Revolt to seek the implementation of the 40 hour week; further recognises those who were imprisoned for their role in defending the rights of workers; and calls on the UK Government to work with the Scottish Government posthumously to admonish all charges against them, including those against Manny Shinwell, David Kirkwood and William Gallacher.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 34, Labour 6, DUP 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.