Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Martin Smyth (Ulster Unionist Party), on Thursday, 26 February 2004, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 48 members in total.

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COMMONWEALTH DAY, MONDAY 8TH MARCH 2004

That this House, in common with all parliaments of the Commonwealth, gladly observes Commonwealth Day on Monday 8th March; sincerely supports this year's theme of Building a Commonwealth of Freedom, emphasising the Commonwealth's commitment to being an effective defender of democratic freedoms, freedom of expression, the rule of law and robust civil societies; and recognises the work of the United Kingdom Branch of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association as one of the many organisations committed to the continual strengthening and promotion of the Commonwealth.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received an amendment.

COMMONWEALTH DAY, MONDAY 8TH MARCH 2004 (708A1)

The Early day motion has received an amendment sponsored by Harry Barnes (primary, Labour) and tabled on Wednesday, 3 March 2004. It has been signed by 2 members in total.

at end add 'and believes that the Republic of Ireland shares in these democratic practices and would make a worthwhile addition to the Commonwealth's membership.'.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

708 

708A1 

Session

2003-04

Subjects

Festivals and special occasions Commonwealth Day

Link

View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk