Early Day Motion·EDM 979
ASHES SUCCESS OF ENGLAND WOMEN'S CRICKET TEAM
20 February 200860 Signatures
Primary sponsor
Sir Lindsay Hoyle
Speaker — Chorley
Motion Text
That this House congratulates the England Women's cricket team for defeating the Australians and retaining the Ashes; notes that the victory came in Australia and is testament to the talent and hard work of the players and coaches; pays tribute to Charlotte Edwards and her team for their heroic efforts; and looks forward to more women taking part in cricket in order that the England Women's cricket team retains the Ashes for many years to come.