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David Cameron MP makes a keynote speech at the University of East London

Monday 8 February 2010

Vice-Chancellor Patrick McChee and David Cameron

Leader of the opposition, Rt Hon David Cameron visited the University of East London’s Docklands Campus this morning and spoke to UEL staff, students and a host of media, including Sky news, BBC London, ITV and the Guardian about ‘rebuilding trust in politics’ and his vision for the future.

After meeting with UEL’s new Vice-Chancellor, Professor Patrick McGhee, to discuss a wide range of topics around the key challenges and opportunities facing universities and the work of UEL, Mr Cameron spent forty-five minutes discussing his future plans and vision for "a new form or politics".

Speaking to an audience of students and staff of UEL and invited guests, Mr Cameron said:

"One of the great things about this job is that you get to travel around and meet the people who lead our institutions. People like Patrick who have a great passion for what they do. UEL are in an incredible position and I am proud of the work you are doing to redevelop this important area."

As part of his speech, Mr Cameron spoke about MPs expenses and the withdrawal of the whip from the three Labour MPs by Gordon Brown today. He discussed his preference for a ‘quiet effectiveness in the style of government’ that he wanted and the plans to "take power from the elite to give to the ‘man on the street’."

UEL Vice-Chancellor, Patrick McGhee said: "We’re delighted that Mr Cameron came to speak with us today. We want everyone to know about the important role of UEL and the vision we share for regeneration in East London and academic excellence in teaching and research."

Notes to Editors

The University of East London (UEL) is a global learning community with over 28,000 students from over 120 countries world-wide. Our vision is to achieve recognition, both nationally and internationally, as a successful and inclusive regional university proud of its diversity, committed to new modes of learning which focus on students and enhance their employability, and renowned for our contribution to social, cultural and economic development, especially through our research and scholarship. We have a strong track-record in widening participation and working with industry.

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