40th ANNIVERSARY OF THE APOLLO 11 MOON LANDING

Early day motion 1922, tabled 16 July 2009 by Nigel Evans (Conservative). Signed by 34 members.

That this House commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing and the historic moment that Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked on the moon; recognises the importance of space exploration and technology; understands that the enduring legacy of Apollo 11 is responsible for the advancement of many industries including medicine, telecommunications, defence, travel, entertainment and other space programmes; and calls on the Government to continue the UK's commitment to the space programme and to support the UK's aerospace industry.

Signatures by party: Labour 17, Conservative 5, DUP 5, Liberal Democrat 5, Plaid Cymru 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.