Andrew Dismore

Former Labour London Assembly Member for Greater London

Ministers Intervening in Inquests

There have been votes in Parliament on the powers of ministers to intervene in inquests. Specific votes were held on questions including if the Secretary of State ought be able to order a coroner's inquest to take place without a jury and if a minister ought be able to suspend a coroner's inquest.

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Andrew Dismore consistently voted against allowing ministers to intervene in inquests

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Major votes

  • On 12 Nov 2009: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Coroners and Justice Bill — Schedule 1 — Explicit Approval of Lord Chief Justice Required for Minister to Suspend Coroner's Inquiry -rejected Show vote
  • On 9 Nov 2009: Andrew Dismore voted against allowing the Lord Chancellor (a minister) to suspend an inquest and replace it with an inquiry and against allowing the use of intercepted communications evidence in inquests. Show vote
  • On 10 Jun 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Counter-Terrorism Bill — Disallow inquests without a jury in England and Wales — rejected Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 26 Jan 2009: Andrew Dismore voted no on Coroners and Justice Bill — Condemn the Coroners and Justice Bill — rejected Show vote
  • On 10 Jun 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Counter Terrorism Bill — Lord Chief Justice to appoint "special coroners" — rejected Show vote

University Tuition Fees

There have been votes in Parliament on tuition fees applicable to UK undergraduate students at universities in England. Subjects of specific votes have been on the subjects of introducing fees, increasing to fees, and capping fees.

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Andrew Dismore consistently voted for university tuition fees

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Major votes

  • On 31 Mar 2004: Andrew Dismore voted to allow university tuition fees to increase from £1125 per year to up to £3000 per year, and to make other changes to higher education funding and regulation arrangements. Show vote
  • On 27 Jan 2004: Andrew Dismore voted in favour of university tuition fees increasing from £1125 per year to up to £3000 per year, and to make other changes to higher education funding and regulation arrangements. Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 14 Sep 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Higher Education Show vote
  • On 14 Sep 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Higher Education Show vote
  • On 19 Jul 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on The Student Fees (Amounts) (England) Regulations 2004 Show vote
  • On 23 Jun 2004: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Higher Education Bill — Clause 27 — Sections 22 to 26: supplementary provisions Show vote
  • On 31 Mar 2004: Andrew Dismore voted for the introduction of variable university tuition fees (top-up fees) of up to £3,000 per year in place of the previous fixed fee of £1,250 per year. Show vote
  • On 31 Mar 2004: Andrew Dismore voted against the introduction of variable university tuition fees (top-up fees) of up to £3,000 per year in place of the previous fixed fee of £1,250 per year. Show vote
  • On 1 Jul 1998: Andrew Dismore voted not to exempt students at Scottish universities from tuition fees in the 4th year of their degrees. Show vote
  • On 1 Jul 1998: Andrew Dismore voted not to exempt students at Scottish universities from tuition fees in the 4th year of their degrees. Show vote
  • On 4 Nov 1997: Andrew Dismore voted expressed approval of the existing (£1000/year) arrangements for tuition fees. Show vote

Transparancy of Parliament

There have been number of votes in Parliament on how transparently Parliament is run, particularly in respect of MPs' expenses.

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Andrew Dismore consistently voted against a transparent Parliament

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Major votes

  • On 18 May 2007: Andrew Dismore acted as teller for a vote on Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill — Third Reading — Closure Show vote
  • On 20 Apr 2007: Andrew Dismore voted against MPs' expenses being revealed under Freedom of Information laws Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 30 Apr 2009: Andrew Dismore voted no on MPs' financial interests — Full and complete registration Show vote
  • On 30 Apr 2009: Andrew Dismore voted no on MPs' expenses — No lower limit for declaration Show vote
  • On 3 Jul 2008: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on MPs' allowances — External audits and no more furniture — rejected Show vote
  • On 18 May 2007: Andrew Dismore acted as teller for a vote on Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill — That the Question now be proposed Show vote
  • On 18 May 2007: Andrew Dismore acted as teller for a vote on Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill — Continue to disclose MPs' correspondence — rejected Show vote
  • On 18 May 2007: Andrew Dismore acted as teller for a vote on Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill — Exempt constituents' letters only — rejected Show vote
  • On 18 May 2007: Andrew Dismore acted as teller for a vote on Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 20 Apr 2007: Andrew Dismore voted no on Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill — Exempt only correspondence — rejected Show vote

Foundation Hospitals

Foundation Hospitals are hospitals run by NHS Foundation Trusts. An NHS Foundation Trust is part of the NHS in England and Wales given financial and managerial independence from the Department of Health.

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Andrew Dismore generally voted for introducing foundation hospitals

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Major votes

  • On 19 Nov 2003: Andrew Dismore voted in favour of introducing NHS foundation trusts, bodies with a degree of financial and managerial independence from the Department of Health. Show vote
  • On 19 Nov 2003: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Health and Social Care (Community Health and Standards) Bill — Clause 1 — NHS Foundation Trusts Show vote
  • On 8 Jul 2003: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Health and Social Care (Community Health and Standards) Bill — NHS Foundation Trusts Show vote
  • On 7 May 2003: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Health and Social Care (Community Health and Standards) Bill Show vote
  • On 7 May 2003: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Health and Social Care (Community Health and Standards) Bill Show vote

Iraq War

A number of votes were held on if United Kingdom should take part in the US invasion of Iraq which began in March 2003.

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Andrew Dismore consistently voted for the Iraq war

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Major votes

Minor votes

Referendum on the UK's Membership of the EU

There have been a number of votes in Parliament on if there should be a national referendum on the United Kingdom's continued membership of the European Union.

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We don’t have enough information to calculate Andrew Dismore’s position on this issue

However, Andrew Dismore has taken part in the following votes on the topic:

Minor votes

  • On 5 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted against requiring a referendum before the UK ratified the Treaty of Lisbon, a foundation of the European Union. Show vote
  • On 5 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted against enabling a referendum on the UK's membership of the European Union. Show vote
  • On 4 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted for a referendum on the United Kingdom's membership of the European Union (EU) Show vote

Gay Rights

A vote for gay rights would be a vote for homosexual people to have the same rights as heterosexuals (including for example the ability to marry, an equal age of consent, and the right to adopt) and for discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation to be illegal.

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Andrew Dismore generally voted for equal gay rights

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Major votes

  • On 19 Mar 2007: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Equality Act (Sexual Orientation) Regulations Show vote
  • On 12 Oct 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Civil Partnership Bill [Lords] Show vote
  • On 25 May 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Gender Recognition Bill — Allow Marriages to Remain Valid If They Become a Same Sex Marriage Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2003: Andrew Dismore voted to repeal a ban on the promotion of homosexuality in schools. Show vote
  • On 4 Nov 2002: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Adoption and Children Bill — Suitability Of Adopters Show vote
  • On 22 Jun 1998: Andrew Dismore voted to reduce the age of consent for homosexual acts from eighteen to sixteen bringing equality to the the law affecting heterosexual and homosexual acts. Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 20 May 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill — Fertility treatment requires father and mother — rejected Show vote
  • On 20 May 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill — Fertility treatment requires male role model — rejected Show vote
  • On 9 Nov 2004: Andrew Dismore voted no on Categories of civil partners other than same sex couples Show vote
  • On 9 Nov 2004: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Civil Partnerships Bill [Lords] — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2003: Andrew Dismore voted against requiring reports on the impact of repealing a ban on the promotion of homosexuality in schools. Show vote
  • On 20 May 2002: Andrew Dismore voted no on Adoption and Children Bill — [3rd Allotted Day] — Clause 131 — General interpretation, etc. Show vote
  • On 16 May 2002: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Adoption and Children Bill — [2nd Allotted Day] — Applications for adoption Show vote
  • On 29 Oct 2001: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Adoption and Children Bill (Programme) — Consideration and Third Reading Show vote
  • On 24 Oct 2001: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Relationships (Civil Registration) Show vote
  • On 5 Jul 2000: Andrew Dismore voted no on Local Government Bill [Lords] — Prohibition on promotion of homosexuality: bullying Show vote
  • On 10 Feb 2000: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill Show vote
  • On 1 Mar 1999: Andrew Dismore voted to reduce the age of consent for homosexual acts from eighteen to sixteen bringing equality to the the law affecting heterosexual and homosexual acts. Show vote
  • On 10 Feb 1999: Andrew Dismore voted to reduce the age of consent for homosexual acts from eighteen to sixteen bringing equality to the the law affecting heterosexual and homosexual acts. Show vote
  • On 25 Jan 1999: Andrew Dismore voted to reduce the age of consent for homosexual acts from eighteen to sixteen bringing equality to the the law affecting heterosexual and homosexual acts. Show vote

Encouragement of Occupational Pensions

A vote to encourage occupational pensions is a vote to promote workplace pension schemes for example by making them tax efficient and easy for employers to run and for employees to understand.

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Andrew Dismore voted for encouraging occupational pensions

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Major votes

Minor votes

  • On 2 Mar 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Pensions Bill Show vote

Use of UK Military Forces In Combat Abroad

There have been votes in Parliament on the use of UK Military Forces in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria.

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Andrew Dismore consistently voted for use of UK military forces in combat operations overseas

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Major votes

  • On 18 Mar 2003: Andrew Dismore voted against saying that the case for war against Iraq has not yet been established, Show vote
  • On 18 Mar 2003: Andrew Dismore voted that the Government should use all means necessary to ensure the disarmament of Iraq's weapons of mass destruction leading to the UK joining the US invasion of Iraq two days later. Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 26 Feb 2003: Andrew Dismore voted against saying the case for military action against Iraq is as yet unproven Show vote
  • On 25 Nov 2002: Andrew Dismore voted against requiring the support of the UN Security Council and the support of a vote of MPs in the House of Commons before the commitment of UK forces to military action in Iraq. Show vote

An Elected House of Lords

The House of Lords is the upper house of the UK Parliament. There have been votes on moving away from a position where members of the House of Lords are either appointed or have inherited their seats to a system where members are elected.

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Andrew Dismore voted a mixture of for and against a wholly elected House of Lords

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Major votes

  • On 7 Mar 2007: Andrew Dismore voted no on House of Lords Reform — Composition Option 6 (80 per Cent. Elected) Show vote
  • On 7 Mar 2007: Andrew Dismore voted yes on House of Lords Reform — Composition Option 7 (100 per Cent. Elected) Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 7 Mar 2007: Andrew Dismore voted no on House of Lords Reform — Support for bicameral Parliament Show vote
  • On 7 Mar 2007: Andrew Dismore voted no on House of Lords Reform — Composition Option 1 (Fully Appointed) — rejected Show vote
  • On 7 Mar 2007: Andrew Dismore voted no on House of Lords Reform — Composition Option 4 (50 per Cent. Elected) — rejected Show vote
  • On 7 Mar 2007: Andrew Dismore voted no on House of Lords Reform — Composition Option 5 (60 per Cent. Elected) — rejected Show vote
  • On 4 Feb 2003: Andrew Dismore voted yes on House of Lords Reform — House of Lords to be abolished — rejected Show vote
  • On 4 Feb 2003: Andrew Dismore voted no on House of Lords Reform — Option 1 (Fully Appointed) — rejected Show vote
  • On 4 Feb 2003: Andrew Dismore voted no on House of Lords Reform — Option 2 (100 per Cent. Elected) — rejected Show vote
  • On 4 Feb 2003: Andrew Dismore voted for an eighty percent elected House of Lords. Show vote
  • On 4 Feb 2003: Andrew Dismore voted yes on House of Lords Reform — Option 6 (60 per Cent. Elected) — rejected Show vote

Equality and Human Rights

There have been votes in Parliament on the subject of where prejudice or discrimination should be made illegal and where exceptions should be made to permit otherwise illegal discrimination. MPs have also voted on the degree to which "human rights" are protected.

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Andrew Dismore generally voted for laws to promote equality and human rights

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Major votes

  • On 2 Dec 2009: Andrew Dismore voted no on Equality Bill — New Clause 3 — Mandatory pay audits Show vote
  • On 2 Dec 2009: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Equality Bill — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 11 May 2009: Andrew Dismore voted no on Equality Bill — Decline Second Reading Show vote

Removing Hereditary Peers from the House of Lords

There have been votes in Parliament on the removal of the hereditary peers from the House of Lords.

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Andrew Dismore consistently voted for removing hereditary peers from the House of Lords

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Major votes

  • On 7 Mar 2007: Andrew Dismore voted yes on House of Lords Reform — Remove Hereditary Places Show vote
  • On 8 Jul 2003: Andrew Dismore voted yes on House of Lords Reform — Exclusion of remaining Hereditary Peers Show vote
  • On 16 Mar 1999: Andrew Dismore voted yes on House of Lords Bill — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 2 Feb 1999: Andrew Dismore voted yes on House of Lords Bill — Second Reading Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 10 Nov 1999: Andrew Dismore voted yes on House of Lords Bill — Exceptions from the rule that hereditary peers should be abolished Show vote
  • On 16 Feb 1999: Andrew Dismore voted no on House of Lords Bill — Hereditary peers to be elected by House of Lords members — rejected Show vote
  • On 15 Feb 1999: Andrew Dismore voted no on House of Lords Bill — Exclusion of hereditary peers from voting — rejected Show vote
  • On 2 Feb 1999: Andrew Dismore voted no on House of Lords Bill — Decline to give a Second Reading — rejected Show vote

Hunting Ban

A vote for a hunting ban is a vote against people being allowed to hunt wild animals (primarily foxes) with hounds.

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Andrew Dismore generally voted for the hunting ban

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Major votes

  • On 15 Sep 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Hunting Bill Show vote
  • On 30 Jun 2003: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Hunting Bill — New Clause 11 — Registration in Respect of Hunting of Foxes Show vote
  • On 18 Mar 2002: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Hunting with Dogs: Ban Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 30 Jun 2003: Andrew Dismore voted no on Hunting Bill — New Clause 6 — Use of Dogs Below Ground (No. 2) Show vote
  • On 30 Jun 2003: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Hunting Bill — New Clause 14 — Registration in Respect of Hunting of Mink Show vote
  • On 18 Mar 2002: Andrew Dismore voted no on Hunting with Dogs: Self-Supervision Scheme Show vote
  • On 18 Mar 2002: Andrew Dismore voted no on Hunting with Dogs: Hunting Under Licence Show vote

Climate Change

There have been votes in Parliament on targets for reducing carbon dioxide emissions and on increasing the proportion of electricity generated via renewable means as well as on the establishment of a UK Green Investment Bank, to invest in projects which, for example, reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Andrew Dismore generally voted for measures to prevent climate change

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Major votes

  • On 28 Oct 2008: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Climate Change Bill — Third Reading (and other amendments) Show vote
  • On 9 Jun 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Climate Change Bill — Second Reading Show vote

Scoring Agreements

Agreements are when Parliament takes a decision without holding a vote.

This does not necessarily mean universal approval, but does mean there were no (or few) objections made to the decision being made.

The following agreements were made while this member was elected:

  • On 24 Jun 2019: Approval of SI setting 2050 Net Zero target date Show Decision

Minor votes

  • On 21 Oct 2009: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Government to sign up to 10:10 climate change campaign — rejected Show vote
  • On 28 Oct 2008: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Climate Change Bill — Electricity generating station performance standards — rejected Show vote
  • On 28 Oct 2008: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Climate Change Bill — International aviation and shipping emission projections — rejected Show vote
  • On 28 Oct 2008: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Climate Change Bill — Report on the civil estate Show vote
  • On 2 Jun 2008: Andrew Dismore voted against requiring the National Policy Statement to contain policies which contribute to the mitigation of, and adaptation to, climate change. Show vote
  • On 30 Apr 2008: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Energy Bill — Renewable energy feed-in tariff — rejected Show vote
  • On 8 May 2007: Andrew Dismore voted no on Climate Change — new sense of urgency — rejected Show vote
  • On 8 Nov 2004: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Housing Bill — Improvements in Energy Efficiency — rejected Show vote
  • On 27 Mar 2000: Andrew Dismore voted yes on "Table — 20. Climate change levy Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2000: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Warm Homes and Energy Conservation Bill Show vote

Trident Nuclear Weapons System Replacement

The UK's Trident nuclear weapons system, comprising missile armed submarines, provides a continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent. There have been votes on if the system should be replaced with a new nuclear deterrent when Trident reaches the end of its lifespan.

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Andrew Dismore has never voted on replacing Trident with a new nuclear weapons system

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Major votes

  • On 14 Mar 2007: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Trident Replacement — Maintain the UK Nuclear Deterrent Beyond the Life of The Existing System Show vote
  • On 14 Mar 2007: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Trident Replacement — Maintain Nuclear Deterrent Beyond Existing System Show vote

Investigations into the Iraq War

A number of votes were held relating to holding investigations into the US led invasion of Iraq in 2003.

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Andrew Dismore consistently voted against investigations into the Iraq war

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Major votes

  • On 22 Oct 2003: Andrew Dismore voted against a comprehensive independent judicial inquiry into the Iraq war. Show vote
  • On 22 Oct 2003: Andrew Dismore voted against a further inquiry into the war in Iraq. Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 24 Jun 2009: Andrew Dismore voted to welcome an inquiry into the Iraq war and to commend the proposal to hold as much of it as possible in public. Show vote
  • On 25 Mar 2009: Andrew Dismore voted against an inquiry into the Iraq war by an independent committee of privy counsellors. Show vote
  • On 25 Mar 2009: Andrew Dismore voted against holding a further inquiry into the Iraq war at this time but to agree a time will come when an inquiry is appropriate. Show vote
  • On 25 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted against an inquiry into the Iraq war by an independent committee of privy councillors. In a subsequent vote was held the majority of MPs voted against holding an inquiry into the Iraq war at this time but to agree a time will come when an inquiry is appropriate. Show vote
  • On 25 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted against holding an inquiry into the Iraq war at this time but to agree a time will come when an inquiry is appropriate. Show vote
  • On 11 Jun 2007: Andrew Dismore voted against the principle that there should be an inquiry into the Iraq War by an independent committee of Privy Counsellors. Show vote
  • On 11 Jun 2007: Andrew Dismore voted against holding an inquiry into the Iraq war at this time. Show vote
  • On 31 Oct 2006: Andrew Dismore voted against an inquiry into the Iraq war by a select committee of Privy Counsellors. Show vote
  • On 31 Oct 2006: Andrew Dismore voted against a further inquiry into the war in Iraq. Show vote
  • On 9 Mar 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Iraq — Attorney-General's Advice Show vote
  • On 16 Jul 2003: Andrew Dismore voted against a judicial inquiry into the decision to go to war in Iraq. Show vote
  • On 4 Jun 2003: Andrew Dismore voted against an independent inquiry into the handling of intelligence on Iraqi weapons of mass destruction. A subsequent motion noted the Intelligence and Security Committee is the appropriate body to carry out any inquiry. Show vote

Mass Retention of Communications Data

There have been votes in Parliament on if we should require the mass retention of information about communications (but not the content of those communications).

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Andrew Dismore voted for requiring the mass retention of information about communications

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Major votes

  • On 17 Mar 2009: Andrew Dismore voted to require public communications providers retain certain categories of communications data, which they generate or process, for a minimum period of 12 months. Show vote

Gambling Regulation

There have been votes in Parliament on a number of aspects of the regulation of gambling. Specific votes have been on the powers of local councils to use planning laws to control the numbers, and locations, of betting shops as well as regulations limiting stakes, and prizes, for gambling machines, and the laws governing the operation of casinos.

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Andrew Dismore consistently voted against greater regulation of gambling

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Major votes

  • On 28 Mar 2007: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Gambling (Geographical Distribution of Casino Premises Licences) Order 2007 — 28 Mar 2007 — Division No. 88 Show vote
  • On 19 Jan 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on National Lottery Bill — Clause 14 — Functions Show vote
  • On 24 Jan 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Gambling Bill — Casino conditions Show vote
  • On 24 Jan 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Gambling Bill — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 1 Nov 2004: Andrew Dismore voted no on Gambling Bill — reasoned amendment on 2nd reading Show vote
  • On 1 Nov 2004: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Gambling Bill — 2nd reading Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 28 Apr 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Finance Bill — Clause 21 — Amusement Machine licence duty Show vote
  • On 14 Jun 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on National Lottery Bill (Reasoned amendment on second reading) Show vote

Access to Abortion

There have been votes in Parliament on access to abortion .

Andrew Dismore consistently voted for fewer obstacles for access to abortion

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Major votes

  • On 20 May 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Orders of the Day — New Clause 1 — Amendment of the law relating to abortion Show vote
  • On 20 May 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Orders of the Day — New Clause 3 — Amendment of the law relating to abortion (No. 3) Show vote
  • On 20 May 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Orders of the Day — New Clause 5 — Amendment of the law relating to abortion (No.5) Show vote
  • On 20 May 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Orders of the Day — New Clause 8 — Foetal physical or mental abnormalities: Information and counselling Show vote
  • On 20 May 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Orders of the Day — New Clause 9 — Amendment of the law relating to abortion (No. 7) Show vote
  • On 14 Mar 2007: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Contraception and Abortion (Parental Information) Show vote

ID Cards

There have been votes in Parliament on introducing a National Identity Register and an associated ID Card scheme to the United Kingdom.

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Andrew Dismore consistently voted for introducing ID cards

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Major votes

  • On 16 Mar 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill Show vote
  • On 13 Mar 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill — Voluntary registration when applying for a passport — rejected Show vote
  • On 13 Feb 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill — Applications relating to entries in Register Show vote
  • On 13 Feb 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill — Clause 8 — Issue etc. of ID cards Show vote
  • On 13 Feb 2006: Andrew Dismore voted against requiring the Government to publish a detailed cost-benefit analysis of ID card scheme before it goes into force Show vote
  • On 13 Feb 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill — Clause 24 — Appointment of National Identity Scheme Commissioner Show vote
  • On 13 Feb 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill — Clause 24 — Appointment of National Identity Scheme Commissioner Show vote
  • On 18 Oct 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Identity Cards Bill — Compulsory registration when applying for a Passport Show vote
  • On 18 Oct 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 10 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Identity Cards Bill — New Clause 4 — Application of Freedom of Information Act Show vote
  • On 20 Dec 2004: Andrew Dismore voted no on Identity Cards Bill — Second Reading Show vote
  • On 20 Dec 2004: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 18 Oct 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill — Timetable Show vote
  • On 18 Oct 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Identity Cards Bill — Recommittal to Select Committee Show vote
  • On 18 Oct 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Identity Cards Bill — Access to the National Identity Register Show vote
  • On 28 Jun 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill — Second Reading Show vote
  • On 28 Jun 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill — Timetable Show vote
  • On 10 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill (Programme) (No. 2) Show vote
  • On 10 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Identity Cards Bill — New Clause 1 — National Identification Scheme Show vote
  • On 10 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Identity Cards Bill — Clause 25 — Reports by Commissioner Show vote
  • On 10 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Identity Cards Bill — Clause 5 — Applications Relating to Entries in Register Show vote
  • On 10 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill — Clause 31 — Tampering with the Register etc. Show vote
  • On 20 Dec 2004: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill (Programme) Show vote
  • On 20 Dec 2004: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Identity Cards Bill [Money] Show vote

Proportional Representation When Electing MPs

There have been votes in Parliament on if the system used to elect MPs to the House of Commons should change to a one where the proportion of seats won by a political party better reflects the proportion of the vote they win.

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We don’t have enough information to calculate Andrew Dismore’s position on this issue

However, Andrew Dismore has taken part in the following votes on the topic:

Minor votes

  • On 9 Feb 2010: Andrew Dismore voted for the proposed Autumn 2011 referendum on the system for electing MPs to be on moving to the Alternative Vote system rather than on moving to the Single Transferable Vote. Show vote
  • On 9 Feb 2010: Andrew Dismore voted in favour of a referendum on using the alternative vote system for parliamentary elections being held no later than 31 October 2011. Show vote

Taxes on Alcoholic Drinks

There have been votes in Parliament on the rates of taxation applying to alcoholic drinks.

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Andrew Dismore voted for higher taxes on alcoholic drinks

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Major votes

  • On 30 Mar 2010: Andrew Dismore voted to increase taxes on alcoholic drinks. Show vote

Asylum

The asylum system is intended to protect people fleeing persecution in their own countries. Parliament has voted on subjects including: routes via which people may enter the United Kingdom to seek asylum; the circumstances in which those seeking asylum may work; support for those seeking asylum and if to allow those claiming asylum to be removed to other countries while their claim is assessed.

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Andrew Dismore generally voted for a stricter asylum system

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Major votes

  • On 16 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Bill — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 1 Mar 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Asylum and Immigration (Treatment of Claimants, Etc.) Bill — Burden of proof on prosecution rather than defendant in cases where immigrants to not have travel documents — rejected Show vote
  • On 1 Mar 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Asylum and Immigration (Treatment of Claimants, Etc.) Bill — Give support to failed asylum seekers and their families — rejected Show vote
  • On 1 Mar 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Asylum and Immigration (Treatment of Claimants, Etc.) Bill — Asylum appeals should be referred to a higher court — rejected Show vote
  • On 1 Mar 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Asylum and Immigration (Treatment of Claimants, Etc.) Bill — Give support to asylum seekers even when they make a late claim — rejected Show vote
  • On 1 Mar 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Asylum and Immigration (Treatment of Claimants, Etc.) Bill — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 17 Dec 2003: Andrew Dismore voted no on Asylum and Immigration (Treatment of Claimants, etc.) Bill — Decline to give a Second Reading — rejected Show vote
  • On 17 Dec 2003: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Asylum and Immigration (Treatment of Claimants, etc.) Bill — Second Reading Show vote
  • On 12 Jun 2002: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Bill — Allow the withdrawal of support from immigrants and asylum seekers in certain circumstances Show vote
  • On 12 Jun 2002: Andrew Dismore voted no on Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Bill — Do not penalise those who bring passengers to the UK without the necessary authority — rejected Show vote
  • On 12 Jun 2002: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Bill — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 11 Jun 2002: Andrew Dismore voted no on Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Bill — Only allow destitute asylum seekers and those under residence restrictions to live in accommodation centres for a maximum of 10 weeks — rejected Show vote
  • On 11 Jun 2002: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Bill — Do not allow appeals against rejected asylum claims from within the UK if the claim is unfounded Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 25 Jul 2007: Andrew Dismore voted yes on The Asylum (Designated States) Order 2007 Show vote
  • On 29 Mar 2006: Andrew Dismore voted no on Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Bill — Allow failed asylum seekers to be given cash rather than vouchers — rejected Show vote
  • On 16 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Bill — Prevent the government from interpreting the Geneva Convention so that terrorism can be used as grounds to dismiss asylum claims — rejected Show vote
  • On 16 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Bill — Excuse employers who employed illegal immigrants but took reasonable steps to comply with the necessary requirements — rejected Show vote
  • On 16 Jul 2003: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Asylum (Designated States) (No. 2) Order 2003 Show vote
  • On 17 Mar 2003: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Asylum (Designated States) Order 2003 Show vote
  • On 5 Nov 2002: Andrew Dismore voted no on Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Bill — Asylum seekers can be placed in accommodation centres even if there is no local school pace for dependent children Show vote
  • On 5 Nov 2002: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Bill — Refuse support to asylum seekers who make a late claim Show vote
  • On 11 Jun 2002: Andrew Dismore voted no on Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Bill — Allow earlier rights of appeal — rejected Show vote

Royal Mail

There have been votes in Parliament on the privatisation of Royal Mail. Royal Mail was privatised in October 2013.

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Minor votes

  • On 11 Feb 2009: Andrew Dismore voted no on Royal Mail — Rapid partial privatization — rejected Show vote
  • On 11 Feb 2009: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Royal Mail — Notes Conservatives' failure to invest Show vote

Trade Union Regulation

There have been votes in Parliament on the way trade unions are regulated, including on the law related to industrial action and strike ballots.

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However, Andrew Dismore has taken part in the following votes on the topic:

Minor votes

  • On 9 Jan 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Criminal Justice and Immigration Bill — Preventing prison officers from taking industrial action Show vote

Military Covenant

The armed forces covenant sets out the relationship between the nation, the government and the armed forces. It recognises the nation's moral obligation to members of the armed forces and their families. MPs have voted on the extent to which there should be special provisions for current, and former, service personnel in relation to public services.

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However, Andrew Dismore has taken part in the following votes on the topic:

Minor votes

  • On 1 Mar 2010: Andrew Dismore voted against expressing a belief the military has been underfunded and the Government has failed to honor the Military Covenant. Show vote

Autonomy for Schools

There have been votes in Parliament on giving greater autonomy for schools, including on if more schools should be able to obtain the financial and managerial freedom from local authority control associated with "academy" status, and the degree of freedom schools ought have in relation to admissions policies.

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Andrew Dismore generally voted for greater autonomy for schools

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Major votes

  • On 24 May 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Education and Inspections Bill — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 23 May 2006: Andrew Dismore voted no on Education and Inspections Bill — Duty to encourage schools to become foundation schools — rejected Show vote
  • On 15 Mar 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Education and Inspections Bill — Second Reading Show vote
  • On 5 Feb 2002: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Education Bill — Power of school to innovate without permission of the Secretary of State — rejected Show vote
  • On 24 Mar 1998: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on School Standards and Framework Bill — Third Reading Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 24 May 2006: Andrew Dismore voted no on Education and Inspections Bill — Regulate schools' admissions policies — rejected Show vote
  • On 24 May 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Education and Inspections Bill — End selection by ability — rejected Show vote
  • On 24 May 2006: Andrew Dismore voted no on Education and Inspections Bill — Requirement "to have regard to" the Secretary of State's Code for School Admissions — rejected Show vote
  • On 23 May 2006: Andrew Dismore voted no on Education and Inspections Bill — Acceptance of school rules a condition of admission — rejected Show vote
  • On 15 Jul 2002: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Education Bill — Lords Amendment on Academies' Admissions Arrangements Show vote
  • On 6 Feb 2002: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Education Bill — No requirements of attendance at a place of religious worship — rejected Show vote
  • On 6 Feb 2002: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Education Bill — No requirements of attendance at a place of religious worship (No. 2) — rejected Show vote
  • On 6 Feb 2002: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Education Bill — Abolish selection by aptitude in state schools — rejected Show vote
  • On 24 Mar 1998: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on School Standards and Framework Bill — End Partial Selection of Pupils — rejected Show vote
  • On 24 Mar 1998: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on School Standards and Framework Bill — Abolition of corporal punishment in schools Show vote
  • On 11 Mar 1998: Andrew Dismore voted no on School Standards and Framework Bill — Exemption from strict class size limits — rejected Show vote
  • On 11 Mar 1998: Andrew Dismore voted no on School Standards and Framework Bill — Grant Maintained Schools (Parental Ballot) — rejected Show vote

Voting Age

There have been votes in Parliament on reducing the voting age from eighteen to sixteen for local government elections, for elections to the Westminster and European Parliaments and for the referendum on the United Kingdom's membership of the European Union.

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Andrew Dismore voted against a lower voting age

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Major votes

  • On 29 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted against considering a Parliamentary Bill to reduce the voting age to 16 Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 9 Mar 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Young People and Democracy Show vote

VAT Rate

There have been votes in Parliament on the rate at which Value Added Tax (VAT) is charged.

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Andrew Dismore voted against increasing the rate of VAT

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Major votes

  • On 17 Dec 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Reduction of VAT from 17.5% to 15% Show vote

Assisted Dying

There have been votes in Parliament on if it should be legal to assist terminally ill people who have decided they want to end their life.

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Andrew Dismore voted for allowing terminally ill people to be given assistance to end their life

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Major votes

  • On 10 Dec 1997: Andrew Dismore voted to allow a terminally ill person to obtain assistance in dying from a doctor. Show vote

Same Sex Marriage

There have been votes in Parliament on the question of if same sex couples ought be allowed to marry.

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However, Andrew Dismore has taken part in the following votes on the topic:

Minor votes

  • On 25 May 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Gender Recognition Bill — Allow Marriages to Remain Valid If They Become a Same Sex Marriage Show vote

European Union Integration

There have been votes in Parliament on the degree of the UK's integration with the European Union. Specific matters voted on include the UK's opt out from the European Union Police and Criminal Justice Measures and the establishment of a European Union External Action Service.

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Andrew Dismore almost always voted for more EU integration

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Major votes

  • On 11 Mar 2009: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Deferred Divisions — second strategic energy review and european energy networks Show vote
  • On 11 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Lisbon Treaty — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 5 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Lisbon Treaty — Clause on 'Commencement' of the Bill should remain in the Bill Show vote
  • On 4 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Lisbon Treaty — Clause on 'parliamentary control of decisions' to remain in the Bill Show vote
  • On 3 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Lisbon Treaty — Accept the changes of terminology in the Lisbon Treaty Show vote
  • On 3 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Lisbon Treaty — Increase of powers of European Parliament Show vote
  • On 27 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Lisbon Treaty — Enshrine the Lisbon Treaty into UK law Show vote
  • On 21 Jan 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Lisbon Treaty — Second Reading Show vote
  • On 19 Nov 2007: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on European Communities (Finance) Bill — Second Reading Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 17 Mar 2009: Andrew Dismore voted to require public communications providers retain certain categories of communications data, which they generate or process, for a minimum period of 12 months. Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2009: Andrew Dismore voted no on Motion to reject the European Working Time Directive — rejected Show vote
  • On 5 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted against enabling a referendum on the UK's membership of the European Union. Show vote
  • On 5 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — The Treaty does not affect the supremacy of the UK parliament — rejected Show vote
  • On 4 Mar 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Parliamentary control of decisions made at the European Union level — rejected Show vote
  • On 27 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Disapproves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty with regards to climate change — rejected Show vote
  • On 27 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Lisbon Treaty — Approves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty with regards to climate change Show vote
  • On 26 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Disapproves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty with regards to the European Union's institutions — rejected Show vote
  • On 26 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Lisbon Treaty — Approves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty with regards to the European Union's institutions Show vote
  • On 26 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Exclude the European Union from regulating the conservation of marine biological resources — rejected Show vote
  • On 25 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Lisbon Treaty — Disapproves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty with regards to international development — rejected Show vote
  • On 25 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Lisbon Treaty — Approves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty with regards to international development Show vote
  • On 20 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Disapproves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty with regards to foreign affairs — rejected Show vote
  • On 20 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Lisbon Treaty — Approves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty with regards to foreign affairs Show vote
  • On 20 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Remove foreign policy role of the President of the European Council — rejected Show vote
  • On 6 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Disapproves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty with regards to the single market — rejected Show vote
  • On 6 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Lisbon Treaty — Approves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty with regards to the single market Show vote
  • On 6 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Prevent competition rules from becoming an exclusive policy area of the European Union — rejected Show vote
  • On 5 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Disapproves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty with regards to human rights — rejected Show vote
  • On 5 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Lisbon Treaty — Approves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty with regards to human rights Show vote
  • On 5 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Exclude human rights from the policy area of the European Union — rejected Show vote
  • On 30 Jan 2008: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Lisbon Treaty — Disapproves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty in relation to energy — rejected Show vote
  • On 30 Jan 2008: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Lisbon Treaty — Approves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty in relation to energy Show vote
  • On 30 Jan 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Exclude energy from being a shared policy area in the European Union — rejected Show vote
  • On 29 Jan 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Disapproves of the government's policy towards the Lisbon Treaty in terms of justice and home affairs — rejected Show vote
  • On 29 Jan 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Exclude the European Court of Justice's regulations on police and justice matters — rejected Show vote
  • On 29 Jan 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Exclude the European Union's measures on judicial cooperation in criminal matters — rejected Show vote
  • On 28 Jan 2008: Andrew Dismore voted no on Lisbon Treaty — Amendment to proposed Commons timetable for debate — rejected Show vote
  • On 28 Jan 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Lisbon Treaty — Commons timetable for debate Show vote
  • On 12 Dec 2007: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on European Community Documents — Funding of European political parties Show vote
  • On 29 Nov 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on European Community Documents — European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights, and Fundamental Rights and Citizenship Programme Show vote
  • On 26 Oct 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on European Union — A Citizens' Agenda Show vote
  • On 16 May 2006: Andrew Dismore voted no on Legislative and Regulatory Reform Bill — Disapplication of European Communities Act 1972 — rejected Show vote

Heathrow Airport Expansion

There have been votes in Parliament on expanding Heathrow Airport by adding a third runway.

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Minor votes

  • On 28 Jan 2009: Andrew Dismore voted no on Opposition Day — [2nd Allotted Day] — Heathrow (Third Runway) Show vote

Smoking Bans

Over the years there have been votes in Parliament on banning smoking in restaurants, public buildings, pubs, and in cars with children present.

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Andrew Dismore consistently voted for smoking bans

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Major votes

  • On 14 Feb 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Health Bill — New Clause 5 — Smoke-free premises: exemptions — as amended Show vote
  • On 14 Apr 2003: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Smoking (Restaurants) Bill Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 14 Feb 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Health Bill — New Clause 5 — Smoke-free premises: exemptions — consideration Show vote
  • On 14 Feb 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Health Bill — New Clause 5 — Smoke-free premises: exemptions — private clubs Show vote
  • On 14 Feb 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Health Bill — Schedule 8 — Minor and consequential amendments Show vote
  • On 18 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Smoking in Public Places (Wales) Bill Show vote
  • On 29 Apr 2002: Andrew Dismore voted no on Tobacco Advertising and Promotion Bill — Second Reading Show vote
  • On 4 May 1999: Andrew Dismore voted no on Greater London Authority Bill — Enforcing no smoking signs in London taxis Show vote

Labour's Anti-Terrorism Laws

A vote for Labour’s Anti-Terrorism Laws would have been a vote for the crime known as “Terrorism” to be treated in a different manner from murder and conspiracy to murder, and for it to have its own special category meaning that the normal rights not to be detained without charge or trial do not apply.

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Andrew Dismore almost always voted for Labour's anti-terrorism laws

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Major votes

  • On 26 Oct 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Terrorism Bill — Second Reading Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Weak Sunset Clause Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Insisted Amendment — Human Rights Obligations Show vote
  • On 9 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Rejection of New Lords' Amendment — Sunset Clause Show vote
  • On 9 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Rejection of Lords' Amendment — Human Rights Obligations Show vote
  • On 28 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore voted against giving a greater role to the courts in relation to the imposition of control orders. Show vote
  • On 28 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 3 Mar 2004: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2001 — Renewal of indefinite detention Show vote
  • On 26 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore voted no on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Amendment to Clause 89 — Identification at a Police Station Show vote
  • On 21 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Indefinite detention of suspected terrorists Show vote

Minor votes

  • On 8 Feb 2010: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Terrorist Asset-Freezing (Temporary Provisions) Bill (Allocation of Time) Show vote
  • On 8 Feb 2010: Andrew Dismore voted no on Terrorist Asset-Freezing (Temporary Provisions) Bill (Allocation of Time) — Clause 1 — Temporary validity of certain Orders in Council Show vote
  • On 8 Feb 2010: Andrew Dismore voted no on Terrorist Asset-Freezing (Temporary Provisions) Bill (Allocation of Time) — Clause 1 — Temporary validity of certain Orders in Council Show vote
  • On 8 Feb 2010: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Terrorist Asset-Freezing (Temporary Provisions) Bill (Allocation of Time) — Clause 1 — Temporary validity of certain Orders in Council Show vote
  • On 9 Jul 2009: Andrew Dismore voted to keep the maximum period of detention without charge for terrorist suspects at 28 days. Show vote
  • On 21 Feb 2008: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Control orders — Annual renewal 2008 Show vote
  • On 22 Feb 2007: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Control Orders — Annual renewal 2007 Show vote
  • On 16 Mar 2006: Andrew Dismore voted no on Terrorism Bill Show vote
  • On 16 Mar 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Terrorism Bill Show vote
  • On 15 Feb 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Terrorism Bill — Clause 1 — Encouragement of Terrorism Show vote
  • On 15 Feb 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Terrorism Bill — Clause 3 — Application of Ss. 1 and 2 to Internet Activity etc. — Giving notice Show vote
  • On 15 Feb 2006: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Terrorism Bill — Clause 3 — Application of Ss. 1 And 2 to Internet Activity etc. — capability Show vote
  • On 9 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Terrorism Bill — Timetable (No. 2) Show vote
  • On 9 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Terrorism Bill — Extension Of Period Of Detention to 90 Days Show vote
  • On 9 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Terrorism Bill — Clause 1 — Encouragement of Terrorism — "unforeseen recklessness" Show vote
  • On 9 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Terrorism Bill — Clause 1(2) — Encouragement of Terrorism — "glorifies" Show vote
  • On 3 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Terrorism Bill — Clause 6(1) — Training for Terrorism Show vote
  • On 3 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Terrorism Bill — Clause 8 — Attendance at a place used for Terrorist Training Show vote
  • On 2 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Terrorism Bill — Clause 1 — Encouragement of Terrorism — "recklessly indifferent" Show vote
  • On 2 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted against making the offence of Encouragement of Terrorism only apply to cases where an individual intended their actions to encourage terrorism. Show vote
  • On 2 Nov 2005: Andrew Dismore voted to make glorifying the commission or preparation of acts of terrorism an offense. Show vote
  • On 26 Oct 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Terrorism Bill — Timetable Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Insisted Amendments — Application to a Court Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Insisted Amendment — Privy Council Review Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Insisted Amendment — Courts and Conrol Orders Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Insisted Amendment — Privy Council Review Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Weak Sunset Clause Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Insisted Again — Courts and Control Orders Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Insisted Amendment — Privy Council Review Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Insisted Amendment — Courts and Control Orders Show vote
  • On 10 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Weak Sunset Clause Show vote
  • On 9 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Programme — Lords' Amendments Show vote
  • On 9 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Derogating Control Orders Show vote
  • On 9 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Rejection of Lords' Amendment to Clause 3 — Balance of Probability Show vote
  • On 9 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Rejection of New Lords' Clause — Duration of Control Orders Show vote
  • On 9 Mar 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Rejection of New Lords' Clause — Review by Privy Council Show vote
  • On 28 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — New Clause 6 — Court of Terrorism Control Show vote
  • On 28 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Clauses 1 to 13 Show vote
  • On 23 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore voted no on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Second Reading — Amendment Show vote
  • On 23 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Second Reading Show vote
  • On 23 Feb 2005: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Prevention of Terrorism Bill — Programme — Committee of the whole House Show vote
  • On 25 Feb 2004: Andrew Dismore voted no on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2001 — Privy Counsel Report Show vote
  • On 13 Dec 2001: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Removal of Sunset Clause — Insistence Show vote
  • On 12 Dec 2001: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Programme — Lord' Amendments Show vote
  • On 12 Dec 2001: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Government Amendments Show vote
  • On 12 Dec 2001: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Reinstating Clause 39 — Religious hatred offences Show vote
  • On 12 Dec 2001: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Removal of Sunset Clause Show vote
  • On 26 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Clauses 79 to 87 — Fissile Nuclear Material, Aviation Security Show vote
  • On 26 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore voted no on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Amendment to Clause 97 — Jurisdiction of MoD police Show vote
  • On 26 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Clauses 101 to 105, 120 to 122 — Communication Data Show vote
  • On 26 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore voted no on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Amendment to Clause 17 — Disclosure Powers Show vote
  • On 26 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore voted yes on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Third Reading Show vote
  • On 21 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Programme — Timetable of Debate Show vote
  • On 21 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — New Clause 6 — Sunset Clause Show vote
  • On 21 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Terrorist certification by Home Secretary Show vote
  • On 21 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Special Immigration Appeals Commission Show vote
  • On 21 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Clause 109 and 110 — Implementation of the third pillar Show vote
  • On 19 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Second Reading Show vote
  • On 19 Nov 2001: Andrew Dismore was absent for a vote on Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Bill — Programme — Committee of the Whole House Show vote

Automatic Enrolment in Occupational Pensions

A vote for automatic enrolment in occupational pensions is a vote for low-to-mid income earners to be enrolled into pension schemes automatically.

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Andrew Dismore voted for automatic enrolment in occupational pensions

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