TONY MCCOY

Early day motion 777, tabled 11 February 2009 by John Greenway (Conservative). Signed by 27 members.

That this House congratulates the thirteen-time champion National Hunt racing jockey Mr Tony McCoy on achieving his 3,000th winning ride; believes this to be one of the most outstanding achievements in the history of racing; recognises the exceptional personal courage which Mr McCoy has shown in recovering from a number of serious injuries to continue his remarkable career; believes that this reflects the courage shown by all racing jockeys and epitomises the great tradition of British sportsmanship; and wishes him and the sport of horseracing in general further success in the future.

Signatures by party: Labour 11, Conservative 10, Social Democratic and Labour Party 3, Independent 1, Liberal Democrat 1, UUP 1.