STEVE PRESCOTT MBE

That this House mourns the passing of Steve Prescott MBE; celebrates a hero in sport and in life; recognises his Rugby League footballing talent for England, Ireland, Lancashire, St Helens, Hull FC, Wakefield Trinity and Thatto Heath Crusaders; admires his ability to create and face incredible challenges after being diagnosed with pseudomyxoma peritonei; commends his assiduous fundraising efforts despite his condition; is grateful to Steve, to his family, friends and the Rugby League community for supporting him and to all those involved in his incredible feats to raise money for worthy causes; is humbled by his truly inspiring nature; and feels that adding his name to the Man of Steel award would be a fitting tribute to a genuine man of steel.