Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Jim Sheridan (Labour), on Wednesday, 29 October 2003, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 16 members in total.

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POP IDOL

That this House condemns the irresponsible comments of the so-called music experts on this programme when passing their judgements on the young performers; believes that pressurising young people, and women in particular, to conform to fit the mould sends out the wrong message, not only to the participants but to other talented youngsters who may also have aspirations to progress in the music industry; further believes that contestants should be judged solely on their unique singing talents and not on preconceived images; and therefore calls on the self-appointed image makers to break the mould which could be denying those who enjoy listening to quality music that opportunity.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received 2 amendments.

1838A2

Line 9, at end add 'and expresses its strong view, on the basis of both talent and appearance, the singer Susanne Manning from Reading deserves to win.'

1838A1

Line 9, at end add 'and expresses its strong view that, judged on that basis, the singer Kim Gee from Grimsby will be a clear and worthy winner.'

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

1838 

1838A2 

1838A1 

Session

2002-03

Subjects

Music Performing arts Young people Television

Link

View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk