UNIVERSITIES WEEK 2011

Early day motion 1855, tabled 24 May 2011 by Julian Huppert (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 45 members.

That this House welcomes Universities Week 2011, running from 13 to 19 June 2011; recognises the benefits of universities within UK society; notes the positive impact universities have on communities locally and globally; further notes the pivotal part they play in UK businesses and their contribution to the economy; highlights the importance of groundbreaking and innovative research being undertaken at institutions around the UK; and therefore acknowledges universities as a great investment for students, the taxpayer and the country as a whole.

Signatures by party: Labour 22, Liberal Democrat 13, DUP 4, Conservative 3, Alliance 1, Green 1, Plaid Cymru 1.