ENGLAND'S RUGBY WORLD CUP VICTORY

Early day motion 80, tabled 26 November 2003 by David Davis (Conservative). Signed by 61 members.

That this House congratulates the England rugby team and squad on their magnificent victory over Australia to win the Rugby World Cup; further congratulates Clive Woodward, the FU, and all the supporting staff including those at the training base for their role in this tremendous achievement; commends the success of all the British rugby teams during the tournament; notes the undoubted impact this will have on British rugby as a whole; recognises in particular the positive encouragement the result will give to young people who want to play rugby; and welcomes the positive health and social benefits increased participation will bring.

Signatures by party: Conservative 55, UUP 2, DUP 1, Independent Conservative 1, Labour 1, Plaid Cymru 1.