Ms Diane Abbott

That this House notes that Metropolitan Police Deputy Assistant Commissioner John Grieve has recently retired; recognises his excellent work record which includes 14 police commendations and awards for outstanding courage, leading the metropolitan Police's anti-terrorist unit and

10 May 2002

That this House warmly welcomes the agreement between the Greater London Authority and Mr Bernard Rayner to cease commercial feeding of pigeons in Trafalgar Square; notes that the GLA was originally advised by experts in bird ecology that a phased withdrawal of food over one mont

8 Feb 2001

That this House supports the plans of the Mayor of London for the regeneration of Trafalgar Square; notes that these plans include the introduction of new bye-laws and heritage wardens under the square's management programme which has already cut crime by 50 per cent. in four mon

5 Feb 2001

That this House offers its sincere condolences to the family of 10 year old Damilola Taylor, who was stabbed with a broken bottle and bled to death on the North Peckham council estate in London; believes no 10 year old should have to suffer such a brutal death; and urges the Metr

29 Nov 2000

That this House supports the commitment of the Greater London Authority to create an attractive and accessible environment for citizens and visitors in Trafalgar Square as befits one of the capital's most famous landmarks; agrees that although pigeons are an integral part of the

8 Nov 2000

That this House welcomes the Government's support for defence diversification; notes the Government's plan to set up a defence diversification agency which would facilitate the conversion of defence technology to civilian purposes; and urges the Government to consider locating th

9 Dec 1999

That this House is concerned about rent increases at Cambridge University of between 33 per cent and 47 per cent over the next four to six years, which will amount to an average fixed cost of ú70 per week, which will make Cambridge one of the most expensive universities in the co

23 Nov 1999

That this House notes that the Government plans to take away all benefits from men, women and children currently seeking asylum, and that instead they will receive accommodation, food vouchers and a small amount in cash; further notes that the cash amount proposed for asylum seek

23 Mar 1999

That this House notes that the majority of asylum-seekers, legitimately pursuing their claims for refugee status under British law, were denied access to welfare benefits by legislation passed in July 1996, that since this date the majority of asylum-seekers have been dependent o

1 Dec 1997

That this House notes that the London Borough of Hackney was the only London borough to stage an exhibit at the Hampton Court Palace Flower Show; further notes that the exhibit displayed the world-class flowers and shrubs displayed in Hackney's parks; and congratulates the London

10 Jul 1997