JOHN MOTSON

Early day motion 1918, tabled 30 June 2008 by Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 30 members.

That this House pays tribute to BBC football commentator John Motson after a career of 37 years reporting; notes with acclaim his professionalism and deep statistical knowledge of clubs and players; congratulates him for his trademark superlative live commentary on the televised European Championship 2008 Final on Sunday 29th June; wishes him a well-deserved retirement; and trusts that there may be opportunities for him to be afforded occasional cameo further appearances to remind audiences of the special qualities which made him a much admired great British institution.

Signatures by party: Labour 17, Liberal Democrat 8, Conservative 3, Independent 1, Plaid Cymru 1.