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Early day motion · EDM 2346 · 24 Nov 2025

20th anniversary of the death of George Best

Tabled by Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party) 7 signatures

The motion

That this House marks the 20th anniversary of the death of George Best on 25 November 2025; recognises his extraordinary contribution to football as one of the most gifted and influential players of his generation; celebrates his iconic achievements with Manchester United, including his role in securing the European Cup in 1968; acknowledges with pride that he was born and raised in Northern Ireland and made a lasting contribution to Northern Ireland football; and extends sympathies to his family, friends and supporters as they commemorate two decades since his passing.

Signatories (7)

Source: the official Early Day Motions database.