WALTER TULL

Early day motion 1295, tabled 18 April 2007 by Keith Vaz (Labour). Signed by 37 members.

That this House fully supports the campaign to recognise the achievements of Walter Tull with a statue in his honour; notes that Walter Tull was the first black British officer to lead white soldiers into battle; recognises his strong record of bravery and gallantry in wartime, being posthumously awarded the British War and Victory Medal; further notes his prior accomplishments as a successful professional footballer for a number of clubs, often in the face of vocal racial abuse; and believes that Walter Tull is a timeless role model for every generation.

Signatures by party: Labour 21, Liberal Democrat 7, DUP 4, Conservative 3, Independent 1, Plaid Cymru 1.