I refer the House to my entry in the Register of Members’ Financial Interests regarding hospitality tickets received from Newcastle United last year. I rise to present this petition on Newcastle United’s Carabao cup win. On 16 March, Newcastle United, under the leadership of Eddie Howe, overturned seven decades of disappointment to win the club’s first major trophy since 1955. The club is so important to the Toon’s culture, economy, reputation and, indeed, mood, and this win will be enjoyed by fans far into the future, but there is no formal way for fans to mark their appreciation of Newcastle United.
The petition states:
The petition of residents of the constituency of Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West,
Declares that Newcastle United Football Club is to be warmly congratulated on its recent Carabao Cup win; notes that this is the club’s first major trophy win since 1955; and further declares the petitioners’ ongoing support for Newcastle United and its fans.
The petitioners therefore request that the House of Commons urges the Government to congratulate Newcastle United Football Club on its achievement, and to establish a national award to recognise major group sporting achievements.
And the petitioners remain, etc.
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