JACK HARRISON

Early day motion 249, tabled 9 December 2003 by Lindsay Hoyle (Labour). Signed by 29 members.

That this House welcomes the decision to award Jack Harrison with the Victoria Cross for his bravery during the First World War where he single-handedly attacked a German machine-gun post during the battle of Oppy Wood on 3rd May 1917; notes that before joining the army he played rugby league for Hull FC, gaining legendary status at the club, scoring 52 tries during the 1914-15 season which remains a club record; and pays tribute to his efforts on the rugby pitch and his ultimate sacrifice during World War One.

Signatures by party: Labour 23, DUP 2, Liberal Democrat 2, Conservative 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.