Motion text
That this House joins the people of Australia in celebrating 26 January, Australia's National Day, which commemorates the anniversary of Captain Arthur Philip's unfurling of the Union Flag at Sydney Cove in 1788, and the coming into effect of the Nationality and Citizenship Act 1948 establishing Australian citizenship as a legal concept; recognises the strong historical bonds and friendship between the United Kingdom and Australia, reinforced by a shared language, cooperation through the armed forces, competitive sports, the arts, and bilateral trade and investment; further recognises the importance of the common heritage and special relationship between the peoples of both countries; and calls on the Government to continue strengthening the close political, economic, and cultural ties that bind these two great nations and Commonwealth members, who share HM King Charles III as head of state and sovereign.
Signatures (5)
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.
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.