KHALED AL-MUDALLAL AND STUDY IN THE UK

Early day motion 2099, tabled 11 October 2007 by Diane Abbott (Labour). Signed by 33 members.

That this House is concerned at the situation facing Bradford University student Khaled al-Mudallal, who is currently confined to Gaza as a result of restrictions on his movement imposed by Israeli authorities; recognises that Mr al-Mudallal has a British residency permit allowing him to stay in the UK to study until 2010; believes that Mr al-Mudallal should be allowed back to Bradford to complete his degree in business and management; and calls on the Government to take action to ensure Mr al-Mudallal's right to education is secured.

Signatures by party: Labour 24, Liberal Democrat 6, Conservative 1, Independent 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.