Motion text
That this House congratulates rugby league fans throughout the UK and beyond for their support of Rob Burrow after his recent diagnosis with Motor Neurone Disease; recognises the support of playing colleague Jamie Jones-Buchanan for his incredible gesture in sharing his testimonial game with Rob and family; recognises the role of Leeds Rhinos and Bradford Bulls in creating a superb occasion fit for the event; applauds Sky Sports, particularly former executive Neville Smith for broadcasting the game without production fee; salutes the fans who attended the game and selling out the Emerald Headingley Stadium and creating an amazing atmosphere; and wishes Rob, wife Lindsey and their children Macy, Maya and Jackson all the very best during this difficult time.
Signatures (22)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Cummins, Judith
Labour
Signed on
16 January 2020
Rimmer, Ms Marie
Labour
Signed on
16 January 2020
Dowd, Peter
Labour
Signed on
16 January 2020
Lloyd, Tony
Labour
Signed on
16 January 2020
Madders, Justin
Labour
Signed on
16 January 2020
Whitley, Mick
Labour
Signed on
16 January 2020
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
Barker, Paula
Labour
Signed on
16 January 2020
Johnson, Kim
Labour
Signed on
16 January 2020
Hollern, Kate
Labour
Signed on
16 January 2020
Khan, Afzal
Labour
Signed on
16 January 2020
Hopkins, Rachel
Labour
Signed on
20 January 2020
Stephens, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
20 January 2020
Edwards, Jonathan
Plaid Cymru
Signed on
20 January 2020
Bottomley, Sir Peter
Conservative
Signed on
20 January 2020
Amesbury, Mike
Labour
Signed on
22 January 2020
Stevens, Jo
Labour
Signed on
22 January 2020
Betts, Mr Clive
Labour
Signed on
23 January 2020
Crouch, Tracey
Conservative
Signed on
23 January 2020
Fovargue, Yvonne
Labour
Signed on
23 January 2020
Sobel, Alex
Labour
Signed on
27 January 2020
Hardy, Emma
Labour
Signed on
27 January 2020
Byrne, Ian
Labour
Signed on
13 February 2020
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.