VISIT OF NORWEGIAN ROYAL FAMILY

Early day motion 875, tabled 26 October 2005 by Andrew Rosindell (Conservative). Signed by 30 members.

That this House welcomes the visit of His Majesty King Harald V and Queen Sonja of Norway, accompanied by Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, marking the centenary of Norwegian independence; notes that Norway, a long-standing friend and ally of the United Kingdom, has prospered magnificently as an independent nation within the boundaries of Europe; further notes the importance of maintaining the deeply entrenched trading links, shared cultural affinities, historic military ties and powerful educational bonds between the two countries; and hopes that the visit will further strengthen the relationship between the Royal families of both nations.

Signatures by party: Conservative 14, Labour 7, DUP 6, Liberal Democrat 2, Scottish National Party 1.