CELEBRATING THE ENTENTE CORDIAL

Early day motion 808, tabled 11 March 2004 by Wayne David (Labour). Signed by 53 members.

That this House welcomes the celebrations which will take place to mark the centenary of the entente cordiale between the United Kingdom and France on 8th April; recognises the huge political, economic and cultural benefits of the relationship between the United Kingdom and France over the past 100 years; hopes that the celebrations will go beyond official events and high-profile visits; particularly welcomes the fact that there will be events in both countries to raise money for the fight against cancer; and urges all honourble Members to support and participate in national and local celebrations to mark this centenary.

Signatures by party: Labour 33, Liberal Democrat 11, Labour/Co-operative 4, Conservative 2, Plaid Cymru 2, DUP 1.