16 AIR ASSAULT BRIGADE

Early day motion 1938, tabled 20 July 2009 by Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 35 members.

That this House congratulates 16 Air Assault Brigade on the occasion of its 10th anniversary; registers with appreciation and admiration the professionalism of the men and women of all ranks who have served in the Brigade over the past 10 years in this country and overseas, and remembers with pride those who lost their lives serving their country; welcomes the decision by Colchester Borough Council to grant the Freedom of the Borough to the Brigade, which took place on 17 July 2009 with a parade through the town centre; and wishes the Brigade further success in the years ahead.

Signatures by party: Labour 13, Liberal Democrat 11, DUP 5, Conservative 4, Independent 1, Scottish National Party 1.