Tribute to John Motson OBE

Early day motion 917, tabled 1 March 2023 by Mike Penning (Conservative). Signed by 7 members.

That this House pays tribute to the late John Motson OBE, celebrated football commentator, until recently a long-time resident of Hemel Hempstead constituency, who sadly passed away at the age of 77; recognises his 50-year career at the BBC and that his commentaries for BBC Sport achieved iconic status and that he was one of the most recognisable voices in UK football for a whole generation; and sends condolences to his wife Ann, family and friends and mourns the passing of a football legend and a gentleman.

Signatures by party: Conservative 2, DUP 2, Independent 1, Liberal Democrat 1, Scottish National Party 1.