BRIGADIER STEPHEN SAUNDERS

Early day motion 829, tabled 9 June 2000 by Paul Marsden (Labour). Signed by 39 members.

That this House condemns the shooting of Brigadier Stephen Saunders, Britain's Defence Attache in Greece, by terrorists; urges the Greek authorities to use every means available to track down the criminals; notes that the car he was driving had no security protection; remembers him as a distinguished and decorated Army officer who joined the Army in 1965, served in Berlin, Cyprus and Northern Ireland and was awarded the Queen's Commendation for Valuable Service; appreciates the warm tributes by family, friends and fellow officers; expresses sincere heartfelt condolences to his wife Heather and two daughters Nicola and Catherine; and supports the Government's determination to assist Greece in finding those responsible.

Signatures by party: Labour 23, Liberal Democrat 6, UUP 6, Conservative 2, Labour/Co-operative 2.