GEORGE BEST (No. 2)

Early day motion 1127, tabled 28 November 2005 by Laurence Robertson (Conservative). Signed by 54 members.

That this House notes with sadness the death of George Best; recognises him as one of the greatest players ever to play the game of football; remembers with affection his many great performances and goals; particularly notes his contribution to Manchester United's European Cup triumph in 1968; and sends its deepest sympathies to his family and friends.

Signatures by party: Conservative 26, Labour 19, Liberal Democrat 4, Plaid Cymru 2, Scottish National Party 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1, UUP 1.