FATHER AUSTIN SMITH

Early day motion 1716, tabled 4 April 2011 by Paul Goggins (Labour). Signed by 26 members.

That this House celebrates the life of Father Austin Smith, who died on 24 March 2011; acknowledges and is grateful for his 40 years of ministry within the Toxteth community and the positive influence he achieved at local, national and international level; recognises his deep understanding of community relations; and remembers with affection and respect his commitment to the poorest people in society and his determination to uphold human rights and overcome racism in all its forms.

Signatures by party: Labour 22, Liberal Democrat 2, Conservative 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.