Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Roz Savage (Liberal Democrat), on Wednesday, 2 April 2025, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 7 members in total.

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Gerry Watkins

That this House congratulates Gerry Watkins on receiving the Unsung Hero Award for his exceptional service to the community in Cirencester; recognises his dedication and selfless efforts in helping the homeless and vulnerable; acknowledges his tireless work, which includes running projects such as the Big Yellow Bus which has provided accommodation for the homeless since September 2017; further recognises his efforts on Food for Thought, a new initiative aimed at providing hot meals, drinks, clothes, and essential support to those in need; commends Gerry on providing company and emotional support to the lonely and vulnerable members in his community; notes that 345,000 people are currently homeless, and that 47% of adults aged 16 and above experience loneliness; and calls on the Government to increase the provision of the necessary support for the lonely and the homeless, especially in rural communities.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

1051 

Session

2024-26

Other sponsors

Pippa Heylings

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Martin Wrigley

Angus MacDonald

Subjects

Homelessness Voluntary work Cirencester Watkins, Gerry

Link

View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk