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Martin Docherty-Hughes

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Bill· Private Members' Bill (under the Ten Minute Rule)Bill 3693open

Mortgages (Switching) Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 11 March 2024

A Bill to make provision for the purpose of enabling certain mortgage borrowers to switch to a new mortgage arrangement; and for connected purposes.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 207open

Graeme Ramage Football Academy

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 13 December 2023

That this House acknowledges the invaluable work carried out by the Graeme Ramage Football Academy in Alexandria in supporting the local community; understands that the Academy provides coaching to over 150 kids and adults each week, which contributes to the health and wellbeing of the local community, and also works closely with Daniel's Wish to support children with complex support needs; notes that this year Graeme and his team are holding a Christmas toy appeal to support over 1,000 families in the area, which is an increase from the 300 families last year; further notes that many local companies have given their support to this appeal which is a testament to the impact of Graeme's work in the community and how well thought of he is; also notes that in addition to supporting families, the Christmas toy appeal will also support local organisations such as Food For Thought, Women’s Aid, West Dunbartonshire FoodShare and many others; and wishes to put on record sincere thanks to Graeme and his team at the Academy for their dedicated service to the local community.

Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 2991open

Workers (Employment Security and Definition) Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 21 June 2021

A Bill to make provision about employment security and the rights of workers; to amend the definition of worker; and for connected purposes.

Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 2927open

Employment Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 21 June 2021

A Bill to make provision about the rights of workers, including to negotiate pay and join trade unions and employee associations; to amend the definition of worker; to make provision about the employment rights of members of the armed forces; to make provision about employee representatives on company boards; and for connected purposes.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 1309open

UK and EU Administrative Defence Agreement

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 30 December 2020

That this House recognises that an Administrative Defence Agreement with the EU would allow the Ministry of Defence (MOD) transparency on the defence projects and activities of the EU, giving the MOD maximum notice, visibility and details on which to base its decisions on participation in specific projects and programmes; calls on the Government to enter into immediate discussions and deliberations with EU allies to facilitate and agree a UK and EU Administrative Defence Agreement at the earliest opportunity.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 1297open

Jim McLaren given local legend of Glasgow award

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 17 December 2020

That this House recognises the well deserved achievement for Clydebank resident Jim McLaren in being awarded the ‘’Local Legend’’ award for Glasgow for his valuable work during the Covid pandemic through helping the most vulnerable in our community; further notes that Jim’s work with his Golden Friendship’s charity has performed outstanding work in the local community with disabled people and the elderly; further recognises that Jim’s charity continues to provide an invaluable service despite the global pandemic and being unable to access their local hall and hopes that this charitable work will inspire others to do what they can for their local community.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 1296open

Jade West and Skylark IX

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 17 December 2020

That this House recognises the outstanding work of Dumbarton charity worker Jade West in keeping the heritage of the tragedy of Dunkirk alive by working to restore Skylark IX, which is believed to be the only surviving Dunkirk vessel in Scotland, that over the nine day mission rescued over 600 cold and tired soldiers helping transport them onto larger naval ships whilst under fire; notes her work to build skills and job opportunities for the local community; and recognises that the projection of her image onto the ancient site of Stonehenge was well deserved to recognise her work and achievements.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 1295open

District heating project

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 17 December 2020

That this House recognises the outstanding technological achievements which have led to Clydebank’s environmentally friendly system being installed which uses water from the River Clyde to heat nearby homes; notes that this heating system is the first large-scale water source heat pump scheme of its kind in Scotland, and will transform the way homes, businesses and public buildings in the centre of the town are heated; recognises the hard work and planning of West Dunbartonshire Council in conjunction with partners to create and launch the system; and hopes that this impressive technological achievement will inspire other such advancements across the nation to combat the growing climate change emergency.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 1949open

ACTION OLD KILPATRICK

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 19 December 2018

That this House welcomes the publication of A walk through the past; memories of Old Kilpatrick, 1940's to present day; notes that it was produced by Action Old Kilpatrick, a local group whose aim was to undertake an oral history project about the history and heritage of the village; understands that that publication received the necessary funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund for printing; and thanks the volunteers of Action Old Kilpatrick for their invaluable work in bringing the village's rich history and heritage to the attention of present and future generations.

Bill· Private Members' Bill (under the Ten Minute Rule)Bill 2268open

Armed Forces Representative Body Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 20 June 2018

A Bill to create a staff association to represent the interests of members of Her Majesty’s Armed Forces as employees; and for connected purposes.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 724open

SAVE OUR SCOTCH CAMPAIGN

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 20 December 2017

That this House acknowledges the on-going campaign Save our Scotch, which is being led by the Unite Union that aims to obtain protection for blended Scotch whisky similar to that of single Malt whisky; notes that under the Scotch Whisky Regulations 2009, Single Malt Scotch Whisky must be bottled in Scotland but blended Scotch Whisky is not afforded the same level of legislation; further notes that the Unite Union has concerns over a growing trend towards blended whisky being shipped abroad in bulk and bottled in various places around the world; recognises that the Scotch Whisky industry plays a vital role in the Scottish economy and directly employs 10,000 workers whilst additionally supporting more than 30,000 jobs across the UK; believes that blended whisky being shipped abroad in bulk and bottled in various places puts many of the jobs in Scotland at risk and that action is required by the Government to ensure long term protection of blended Scotch Whisky in Scotland; and calls for cross party efforts to support this iconic and vital industry.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 889open

INDEPENDENT RESOURCE CENTRE, CLYDEBANK, 25TH ANNIVERSARY

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 December 2015

That this House acknowledges the 25th anniversary of the Independent Resource Centre in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire originally founded as the Clydebank and Drumchapel Unemployed Action Group began in 1970; commends the sterling work of Mary Collins, the staff and volunteers in providing welfare rights, debt and money advice; commemorates the Centre's track record for providing advice and support to those in West Dumbartonshire over 25 years who have faced financial difficulties; and wishes the team well for the future.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 890open

SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE HOMELESS

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 December 2015

That this House acknowledges the combined efforts of both Itison and SocialBite, who provide people who are homeless with meals and allow customers to buy meals in advance for those who need them most; notes that these teams together have raised over £200,000 this week; and congratulates the teams on the outstanding achievement of providing thousands of Christmas dinners for those across Scotland who are homeless, as well as sending parcels of winter essentials to refugees in Europe in keeping with the festive spirit.