NELSON MANDELA'S 90th BIRTHDAY

Early day motion 1857, tabled 23 June 2008 by Hugh Bayley (Labour). Signed by 94 members.

That this House warmly congratulates Nelson Mandela on the occasion of his 90th birthday; recognises that his life and work have been an inspiration and example for millions throughout the world; appreciates the work of The Nelson Mandela Foundation, The Nelson Mandela Children's Fund and The Mandela Rhodes Foundation in working to raise awareness of AIDS and to promote HIV prevention measures; and welcomes the 46664 concert to London on 27th June to celebrate the occasion and to continue to generate support for such a worthy cause.

Signatures by party: Labour 60, Liberal Democrat 18, Conservative 5, Scottish National Party 4, Independent 2, Plaid Cymru 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, UUP 1.