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Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Tony Benn (Labour), on Wednesday, 12 March 1997, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 12 members in total.


CHESTERFIELD FOOTBALL CLUB

That this House offers its sincere congratulations to Chesterfield football club, its players, manager and directors on its success in getting into the semi-final of the FA Cup, for the first time in its long history; and expresses its hope that this success will take Chesterfield to Wembley and the FA Cup itself, an achievement that has inspired the people of Chesterfield who have given such loyal support to the Spireites over the years and richly deserve to see that support rewarded.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received 2 amendments.

645A1
leave out 'and the FA Cup itself' and insert 'where they will lose in an exciting match to Chelsea'.
645A2
leave out from `history' to end and add `and looks forward to a thrilling match with Middlesbrough before the latter go on to win the FA Cup.'.

Secondary information

Type
Early day motion
Reference
645 
645A1 
645A2 
Session
1996-97
Subjects
Chesterfield Football Club
Link
View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk