DAVID SHIELS

Early day motion 113, tabled 10 December 1998 by William Ross (UUP). Signed by 77 members.

That this House notes that David Shiels, born in Maghera, Co. Londonderry, has carried throughout his life the characteristics of an Ulster countryman - integrity, loyalty and modesty - that he served with distinction for 22 years in the Royal Navy after joining on St Patrick's Day 1952, on HMS 'Vanguard', the UK's last battleship, and that he leaves this House as Principal Doorkeeper after serving 25 years, a total of 46 years in uniform; thanks him for his service; and wishes him years of fruitful retirement with his family and friends.

Signatures by party: Labour 40, Conservative 18, UUP 8, Labour/Co-operative 3, DUP 2, Liberal Democrat 2, Plaid Cymru 1, UKUP 1, Unknown 1.