That this House congratulates the research team at The Open University led by Professor Colin Pillinger for their outstanding work on the Beagle 2 project which is scheduled to touch down on Mars on Christmas Day; notes that because this work was conducted in an open access institution, the research underpinning this project will bring benefit to far more students from a wider spectrum of backgrounds and in far quicker time than if it was conducted in a traditional selective-entry university; and calls on the Government to ensure that the special nature of The Open University and the unique access to excellence it provides should be recognised when considering research funding allocation in the future.

That this House congratulates the research team at The Open University led by Professor Colin Pillinger for their outstanding work on the Beagle 2 project which is scheduled to touch down on Mars on Christmas Day; notes that because this work was conducted in an open access institution, the research...

That this House extends its sympathy and condolences to the families of the crew of the Space Shuttle Columbia and shares with the American and Israeli people their sense of loss; expresses its admiration for the scientific endeavour of all those involved in the international space programme; and believes that it must continue.

That this House extends its sympathy and condolences to the families of the crew of the Space Shuttle Columbia and shares with the American and Israeli people their sense of loss; expresses its admiration for the scientific endeavour of all those involved in the international space programme; and believes that...

That this House warmly welcomes the visit to the Palace of Westminster of Britain's first astronaut, Helen Sharman; salutes the professional dedication and courage shown in her recent Juno mission; and urges Her Majesty's Government, British science and industry to follow this inspiring example of international collaboration in the pursuit of further British involvement in space activities.

That this House warmly welcomes the visit to the Palace of Westminster of Britain's first astronaut, Helen Sharman; salutes the professional dedication and courage shown in her recent Juno mission; and urges Her Majesty's Government, British science and industry to follow this inspiring example of international collaboration in the pursuit...

That this House congratulates Helen Sharman, Britain's first cosmonaut, after travelling 3.5 million miles in space with her two Soviet companions; expresses its recognition of her great personal achievement and commitment, particularly in her contribution to good British and Soviet relations, and showing by her example and high standards the spirit of her country, the qualities of women and the need to encourage further projects of international co-operation.

That this House congratulates Helen Sharman, Britain's first cosmonaut, after travelling 3.5 million miles in space with her two Soviet companions; expresses its recognition of her great personal achievement and commitment, particularly in her contribution to good British and Soviet relations, and showing by her example and high standards the...