HC Deb 27 April 1987 vol 115 c14W
33. Mr. Foot

asked the Secretary of State for. Education and Science if he will open immediate discussions with those conducting the affairs of University college, Cardiff about the loss of posts now projected.

Mr. Walden

The University Grants Committee is already in contact with University college, Cardiff about the college's financial position, including its current academic and financial plans.

34. Mr. Geraint Howells

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he will have discussions with the University Grants Committee regarding the implications for education in Wales of the financial situation of the University college of Wales, Aberystwyth; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Walden

My right hon. Friend and I, together with the chairman of the University Grants Committee, met representatives of the University of Wales on 29 January to discuss aspects of the funding of the university.