RNLI VOLUNTEERS AND KEY WORKER HOUSING SCHEMES

Early day motion 285, tabled 5 July 2016 by Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 27 members.

That this House recognises the essential service provided by the RNLI throughout the UK and the long and devoted service of many of its volunteers; further recognises the importance of RNLI stations to coastal and island communities; notes that many local authorities set aside social housing that is reserved exclusively for those who are deemed key workers including NHS staff, firefighters and those in the police force; further notes that the Government does not consider RNLI volunteers to fall into this category; is concerned of the effect that this will have on recruiting and retaining RNLI staff; and calls on the Government to reconsider this classification for the RNLI and provide all reasonable means to support local authorities in their housing provision for key emergency service workers.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 15, Conservative 2, DUP 2, Independent 2, Labour 2, Liberal Democrat 2, Plaid Cymru 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.