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R.I.P Gary Speed

We at UKIP Wales join the rest of our country in paying repects to the family of Wales FC Manager Gary Speed who was reported dead today. 27 November 2011.

According to news reports "Cheshire Police confirmed he was found dead on 07:08 GMT at his home in Huntington, Chester. They said there were no suspicious circumstances."

Gary Speed - 2nd highest PL appearances (535), 2nd highest capped Welshman (85), 133 pro goals and a 50% win rate as Wales manager.

UKIP Wales MEP John Bufton has issued a personal statement on his website at JohnBufton.eu in which he said: "The loss of Gary Speed is an utter tragedy. He was a superb footballer and later in his career a fantastic manager.

"I wish to send my condolences to his family. He will always be remembered as one of the true gentlemen of football, a credit to his country and an invaluable contributor to Welsh sport.

"I am shocked and devastated by this news."

 

Source: Original news story

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-15909277