Rejected petition Give Rugby Union Referee Nigel Owens a knighthood.

Nigel Owens is an icon and admired by many, many people. His quick wit and humour on the field and his work off it in communities is amazing. He has risen up from the depths of despair and depression to become one of the most loved people in a wonderful sport.

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Date submitted 7 March 2017
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