Jack Nicklaus awarded St Andrew's honorary citizenship

Early day motion 280, tabled 12 July 2022 by Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 8 members.

That this House congratulates Jack Nicklaus for being awarded honorary citizenship of St Andrews; notes that he is the third American to be awarded such citizenship following Benjamin Franklin in 1759 and Bobby Jones in 1958; recognises that Mr Nicklaus has won 18 golfing championships, including the Open three times, of which two were at St Andrews' Old Course; and commends all sportspeople for their role in enriching public life and widening participation in sport.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 4, Alba 1, Alliance 1, Independent 1, Scottish National Party 1.