Lib Dems call for PM to confirm Honours for Lionesses

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Following the Lionesses’ victory at the Euros last night, and ahead of the reception being hosted for the team at Downing Street this evening, the Liberal Democrats are calling on the Prime Minister to commit to Honours for the whole squad, including confirmation of a rumoured honorary Damehood for coach Sarina Wiegman.

The party is also calling for a statue of team captain Leah Williamson to be displayed at Wembley Stadium.

Commenting, Liberal Democrat spokesperson for Culture, Media and Sport, Max Wilkinson MP, said:

“The Lionesses have swept us all away with their record-breaking performance, accomplishing back-to-back Euro victories, while making us all proud every step of the way.

“It is time for the Prime Minister to formally recognise this historic moment by confirming an honorary damehood for Sarina Wiegman, and appointing the whole squad an MBE for their momentous accomplishment. This formal recognition would be a fitting display of the pride and gratitude the Lionesses have given the nation.

“It would also be more than fitting for a statue of Leah Williamson to be proudly displayed outside Wembley - the home of English football.”

ENDS

Notes to Editor:

Following the Ashes in 2005, the England team, coach and chairman were given honours.

A statue of Bobby Moore was erected at Wembley in 2007 in his memory and for leading England to their World Cup victory in 1966.