10th anniversary of Rana Plaza collapse

Early day motion 1083, tabled 20 April 2023 by Stephen Timms (Labour). Signed by 21 members.

That this House marks the 10th anniversary of the Rana Plaza disaster on 24 April 2013, which claimed the lives of 1,134 people, injured around 2,500, and impacted countless livelihoods; recognises and commends Bangladesh for its subsequent efforts to transform the safety and sustainability of its garment sector, with an emphasis on good working conditions; notes that Bangladesh has 187 Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design-certified green factories, including half the world's top 100 Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certified green factories; and urges all countries and fashion brands to raise standards for the environment and for workers.

Signatures by party: Labour 9, Independent 3, Scottish National Party 3, Conservative 2, Plaid Cymru 2, DUP 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.