WASHINGTON F PIT MUSEUM

Early day motion 1945, tabled 18 July 2007 by Fraser Kemp (Labour). Signed by 27 members.

That this House congratulates Sunderland City Council and Tyne and Wear Museum Service for re-opening the Washington F Pit Museum, which is a vital part of the North East's mining heritage, giving visitors the opportunity to see the last remaining pit winding engine in the North East, recognising its English Heritage status as an ancient monument, and a tribute to the workers and their families connected with the F Pit since its opening in 1777.

Signatures by party: Labour 21, Conservative 2, Liberal Democrat 2, Independent 1, Scottish National Party 1.