ACCRINGTON STANLEY, ALDERSHOT TOWN AND BRADFORD PARK AVENUE FOOTBALL CLUBS

Early day motion 1891, tabled 10 November 2003 by Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 23 members.

That this House pays tribute to the supporters of Accrington Stanley, Aldershot Town and Bradford Park Avenue, former Football League clubs which went out of existence, for their determination and tireless efforts over the years in re-establishing the names of these historic football clubs in their local communities; congratulates the clubs on reaching the first round of the FA Cup, which demonstrates how successful all three have become; notes that both Accrington Stanley and Aldershot Town have won through to the second round; and wishes all involved with the three clubs further success in the years ahead as they strive for their ultimate dream of returning to the Football League.

Signatures by party: Labour 17, Liberal Democrat 5, Conservative 1.