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Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat), on Monday, 7 July 2025, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 5 members in total.


Remembering Chris Davies

That this House notes with great sadness the passing of Chris Davies, a pioneering figure in grassroots and non-league football, who founded Grasmere Rovers in 1961, later overseeing its rebranding to Cheadle Town Football Club in 1982 and its move to Park Road Stadium; recognises Chris Davies’s enormous contribution to the club over decades, including steering it through challenging financial periods and securing its long-term future; further notes Chris’s broader impact on local football through his time with Manchester FC, as well as his work supporting Stockport County FC, strengthening community links across the wider area; pays tribute to his tireless dedication, resilience and passion, which inspired generations of players, volunteers and supporters; extends sincere condolences to Chris’s family, friends and everyone connected with Cheadle Town and Stockport County; and celebrates Chris Davies’s exceptional legacy to the local football community and his lifelong commitment to the game.


Secondary information

Type
Early day motion
Reference
1610 
Session
2024-26
Other sponsors
Jim Shannon
Sarah Dyke
Lisa Smart
Angus MacDonald
Subjects
Davies, Chris
Link
View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk