Award Billy Wright, CBE, legendary England footballer, a posthumous Knighthood.
When we have submitted this petition, and acquired over 10,000 signatures, we would like parliament to formally consider taking this unusual, but not unprecedented step. The Telford and Wrekin MP, Shaun Davies had said that he will put this petition before Parliament at the appropriate time.
Signatures
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signatures
Government response threshold (10,000) · 6/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 6/100,000
- 02 JUN 2025Petition rejectedhonours
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- 16 MAY 2025Petition created
Background
Billy Wright, who was born inIronbridge, was scouted by Wolverhampton Wanderers when he was 14 years of age.
His career blossomed and he went on to play for, and captain, England.
He became the first player in the World to win a hundred caps for his country; winning 105 in all.
Throughout his career, he was never once booked.
He was a dedicated family man, and raised two daughters and a stepson with his wife Joy Beverley., of the famous Beverley Sisters.
He died of Pancreatic Cancer in 1994.