ENGLISH AND BRITISH RUGBY VICTORIES

Early day motion 402, tabled 12 November 2001 by Lindsay Hoyle (Labour). Signed by 24 members.

That this House congratulates both the English Rugby Union team and Great Britain Rugby League team on their victories against their Australian counterparts; notes that Great Britain's defeat of the Australians marked their first loss for 12 matches and will significantly heighten interest in the Rugby League tour for the next two test matches, acting as a huge impetus to British Rugby League; pays tribute to the England Rugby Union team for beating the Australians for the second time in succession; and notes that both victories highlight the ability to compete against and beat the World Champions in their respective codes.

Signatures by party: Labour 17, Liberal Democrat 3, Conservative 2, Labour/Co-operative 2.