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SUNDERLAND AFC AND THE STADIUM OF LIGHT

Early day motion 449, tabled 12 November 1997 by Bill Etherington (Labour). Signed by 8 members.

That this House congratulates Sunderland Association Football Club on the official opening of its magnificent new ground the Stadium of Light; acknowledges the enterprise and dedication of the board of directors particularly Chairman Bob Murray who has never waivered in his efforts for the success of the club; and trusts that the results on the field of play will soon match the splendour of the new stadium ensuring the success that the club so manifestly deserves.

Signatures by party: Labour 8.