Charitable giving and Christmas 2022

Early day motion 618, tabled 28 November 2022 by Jim Shannon (DUP). Signed by 10 members.

That this House notes with pride the generosity of charity organisations over the Christmas period; further notes the countless charities who go above and beyond at Christmas time, including The Salvation Army, Oxfam Unwrapped, The Trussel Group, Samaritans Purse and Make-A-Wish; underlines the current cost of living crisis, where thousands will be expected to ask for practical support to cope with financial hardship this winter; highlights the support offered by charities, including counselling, food parcels and offering somewhere to sleep; further underlines the close relationship between the Church and charities in providing key support for people this Christmas; understands that this is not a pleasant time for everyone; and thanks charitable organisations for the work they do in local communities for families who struggle at Christmas.

Signatures by party: DUP 4, Conservative 2, Labour 1, Labour/Co-operative 1, Plaid Cymru 1, Scottish National Party 1.