UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS FAIRTRADE STATUS

Early day motion 1831, tabled 16 March 2006 by Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 38 members.

That this House congratulates the University of Leeds on achieving Fairtrade University status; praises the University, the Student Union and pays tribute to the efforts of both staff and students at the University for promoting and selling goods which ensure a fair deal for Fairtrade producers; further congratulates other organisations in Leeds for their commitment to the Leeds Fairtrade City initiative, including Leeds Metropolitan University who secured Fairtrade status in 2005; encourages other universities and colleges to achieve Fairtrade status; and recognises the important role this can play in improving the lives of producers in developing countries by promoting Fairtrade products.

Signatures by party: Labour 18, Liberal Democrat 11, Conservative 4, DUP 2, Plaid Cymru 1, Scottish National Party 1, UUP 1.