Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Paul Marsden (Labour), on Friday, 9 June 2000, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 39 members in total.

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BRIGADIER STEPHEN SAUNDERS

That this House condemns the shooting of Brigadier Stephen Saunders, Britain's Defence Attache in Greece, by terrorists; urges the Greek authorities to use every means available to track down the criminals; notes that the car he was driving had no security protection; remembers him as a distinguished and decorated Army officer who joined the Army in 1965, served in Berlin, Cyprus and Northern Ireland and was awarded the Queen's Commendation for Valuable Service; appreciates the warm tributes by family, friends and fellow officers; expresses sincere heartfelt condolences to his wife Heather and two daughters Nicola and Catherine; and supports the Government's determination to assist Greece in finding those responsible.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

829 

Session

1999-00

Subjects

Death Diplomatic service Greece Assassination Saunders, Stephen

Link

View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk