That this House congratulates Dr Michael Foale on being the first British-born astronaut to carry out a spacewalk from the space shuttle Discovery on Thursday 9th February, as part of the historic mission which involved a close approach to the Russian Mir Space Station; notes that Dr Foale is an astrophysics graduate of Cambridge University who became a naturalised American to achieve his ambition to become an astronaut; recognises that his dedication to the concept of space exploration will be an essential part of the preparation for the projected International Space Station; and believes that while Her Majesty's Government's current space policy places the emphasis on applications such as Earth observation and communications, Dr Foale's courage and commitment may be seen as an important part in the history of space exploration in which both the United Kingdom and the United States have a vital shared interest.

That this House congratulates Dr Michael Foale on being the first British-born astronaut to carry out a spacewalk from the space shuttle Discovery on Thursday 9th February, as part of the historic mission which involved a close approach to the Russian Mir Space Station; notes that Dr Foale is an...

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...

That this House congratulates Helen Sharman of Sheffield on her outstanding achievement of becoming the first Briton in space; commends her for her skill and courage; and calls upon the Government to acknowledge her achievement by providing the necessary support and research funding to build on her success.

That this House congratulates Helen Sharman of Sheffield on her outstanding achievement of becoming the first Briton in space; commends her for her skill and courage; and calls upon the Government to acknowledge her achievement by providing the necessary support and research funding to build on her success.

That this House congratulates Ms Helen Sharman, a leading British scientist and member of the Royal Society of Chemistry, on her tremendous personal achievement in being chosen as the first Briton to go into space with the Anglo-Soviet Juno Space Mission in May 1991; believes that this mission symbolises peaceful scientific co-operation between nations; and wishes Helen Sharman and the Soviet spacecrew a successful mission and a safe return to earth.

That this House congratulates Ms Helen Sharman, a leading British scientist and member of the Royal Society of Chemistry, on her tremendous personal achievement in being chosen as the first Briton to go into space with the Anglo-Soviet Juno Space Mission in May 1991; believes that this mission symbolises peaceful...