Motion 112
Palestine
“That this Congress continues to be seriously alarmed at the ongoing and advancing genocide and apartheid rule in Gaza and the West Bank by the Israeli State. Despite calling for peace, we note that the UK Labour Government continues to fraternalize and sell arms to Israel.
“Congress demands the UK Labour Government use all its efforts in the international arena to bring about a cessation of hostilities and find a negotiated solution, using all means at its disposal, including sanctions and divestments, and rejecting UK military escalation and intervention.
“To speed up the process of securing that peaceful settlement, Congress demands action from the UK Government, including:
- effective and immediate sanctions to be placed on the Israeli economy including the seizure of Israeli state assets held in the UK;
- an effective and enforceable regime of sanctions against Israeli traded goods, including raw materials, components and finished goods. Such a ban must include a prohibition on Israeli cargo from UK ports, refineries and terminals alongside exports to Israel of UK goods;
- action to stop the institutions of the City of London being used as a global money laundering hub for the wealthy, and the seizure of UK held or traded assets, including housing and corporate holdings, of targeted supporters of the Netanyahu regime;
- a comprehensive programme of support for UK workers, their families and companies impacted by such actions above, including wage protection and company support while alternate supply chains are established;
- immunity from third party litigation for those workers and their unions taking direct action against Israeli goods in support of Palestinians and in line with the objectives of this motion; and
- to provide full support for all those fleeing the conflict and to receive Palestinian refugees - and all refugees - with compassion and assistance.”
Mover: Glasgow Trades Union Council
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