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RECOGNITION OF RUGBY LEAGUE AS A LEVEL THREE SPORT BY THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES FEDERATION

Early day motion 1801, tabled 12 May 2011 by Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 22 members.

That this House welcomes the recognition of Rugby League as a level three sport by the Commonwealth Games Federation; congratulates those involved in the bid from the Rugby Football League and the Rugby League International Federation in creating a compelling and successful bid; praises the Commonwealth Games Federation for their unanimous decision; hopes that Rugby League will secure a presence at future Games and will be recognised as a truly international sport; and supports all those involved in their work with the regional Commonwealth Games association on development projects.

Signatures by party: Labour 11, Liberal Democrat 5, Conservative 4, DUP 2.