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House of Commons · Petition P002908

Ceasefire and the State of Palestine

30 January 2024

Presented 1 time by 0 MPs

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At a glance

This petition concerning ceasefire and the state of palestine was presented to Parliament once by 0 MPs.

Issue summary

The petition, drafted by residents of Glasgow North, calls for an end to the collective punishment of Palestinian civilians and demands the immediate release of hostages and lifting of the Gaza siege to allow vital supplies to reach civilian populations.

Action requested

The House of Commons is urged to call on the UK Government to recognise the state of Palestine alongside Israel and to press all parties involved in the conflict to agree to an immediate ceasefire.

Key facts

  • The petition recognises the 2014 resolution of the House of Commons calling for UK Government recognition of Palestine.
  • Attacks by Hamas on Israel began on 7th October 2023.
  • Petitioners condemn the disproportionate response of the Israel Defence Forces and demand an end to collective punishment of Palestinian people.

Presentation timeline

MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.

  1. Presented 30 January 2024

    No presenters recorded for this presentation.

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