RETIREMENT OF PRINCIPAL DOORKEEPER

Early day motion 1485, tabled 28 February 2011 by Lord Beamish (Labour). Signed by 56 members.

That this House recognises the 22 years' service of Graham Dear, who retires on 3 March 2011; warmly thanks Mr Dear for his dedicated service to the House of Commons; and wishes him a long and happy retirement.

Signatures by party: Labour 31, Liberal Democrat 8, Conservative 6, DUP 6, Social Democratic and Labour Party 3, Scottish National Party 2.