WORCESTER RUGBY CLUB

Early day motion 977, tabled 19 April 2004 by Michael Foster (Labour). Signed by 18 members.

That this House congratulates Worcester Rugby Club on securing promotion to the Zurich Premiership having won the Division One title; wishes them success next season at their new level; commends then on having a highly successful junior programme which augers well for the future of rugby in Worcester; and finally recognises the commitment of the management team, and in particular its Chairman, Mr Cecil Duckworth, for their role in creating this championship winning team.

Signatures by party: Labour 12, Conservative 2, Labour/Co-operative 2, Liberal Democrat 2.