FIRST BLACK ARCHBISHOP FOR CHURCH OF ENGLAND

Early day motion 358, tabled 20 June 2005 by Diane Abbott (Labour). Signed by 44 members.

That this House congratulates the Right Reverend John Sentamu, for becoming Britain's first black Archbishop to the Church of England; recognises that his ministry in London and Birmingham has been praised by Christians of all backgrounds; wishes him further success in his new role; and believes that his appointment as Archbishop of York will help combat racism throughout the United Kingdom.

Signatures by party: Labour 27, Liberal Democrat 12, Conservative 3, Respect 1, UUP 1.