Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party), on Tuesday, 1 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 2 members in total.

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30 years of SAT-7's ministry

That this House celebrates the 30th anniversary of SAT-7, founded in 1995 at a meeting held in Larnaca, Cyprus; recognises the vision of Terence Ascott in creating a Christian Arabic-language satellite channel; highlights the growth of SAT-7 as it now reaches millions of viewers in 25 countries broadcasting 365 days a year; further highlights the importance of SAT-7 in radically changing the image of Christianity in the Arab world; commends SAT-7 for deepening understanding of Christianity across Middle Eastern homes; also highlights the work SAT-7 UK undertakes in partnering with SAT-7 International Trust to enable high-quality, locally produced, comforting, informative and educational television and digital media services to be delivered in a region often so afflicted by discord; recognises SAT-7 UK's work in highlighting the needs of churches across the Middle East and North Africa and encouraging supporters in the United Kingdom to pray regularly, engage actively, and provide resources towards this ministry; and further commends the broadcasting of powerful, faith-filled programmes directly into homes across the region, bringing joy, hope and encouragement to millions.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

675 

Session

2026-27

Other sponsors

Gregory Campbell

Subjects

Broadcasting Anniversaries Television Christianity Arabic

Link

View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk