Deaths of journalists in Gaza

Early day motion 288, tabled 16 January 2024 by John McDonnell (Labour). Signed by 39 members.

That this House expressers its extreme concern at the mounting and unprecedented death toll of journalists in Gaza; notes that the independent Committee to Protect Journalists has recorded the death of 82 journalists in this conflict since October 2023; welcomes the support provided by the National Union of Journalists for the efforts of the International Federation of Journalists to promote the safety of journalists; and urges the International Criminal Court to expedite its investigation into the evidence submitted of the systematic targeted attacks on journalists by Israeli forces.

Signatures by party: Labour 16, Scottish National Party 7, Independent 4, Liberal Democrat 3, Plaid Cymru 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Alliance 1, Green 1, Labour/Co-operative 1, Workers Party 1.