A. P. MCCOY AND BBC SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR

Early day motion 1023, tabled 16 November 2010 by Laurence Robertson (Conservative). Signed by 10 members.

That this House believes that A. P. (Tony) McCoy is a very strong and worthy contender to receive the 2010 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award; further believes that this accolade is long due to him in particular recognition of his unsurpassed achievements within the sport, including the riding of over 3,000 winners; further believes that this achievement was further enhanced by his riding of the 2010 Grand National winner and notes his wider contribution to horse racing; recognises that his achievements have been accomplished in a dangerous sport, and that he himself has sustained many injuries in his pursuit of excellence; notes his modest and genial approach; and further believes that there could not be a more deserving recipient of this award.

Signatures by party: Conservative 5, Labour 4, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.