'We'll find way to save Jodrell Bank,' Burnham says
Burnham said "there is no way that we can see its demise, and it won't happen under my Government".
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Notable Quotes
"Every one of my generation went on a school trip to Jodrell Bank, and there is no way that we can see its demise, and it won't happen under my government."
— Andy Burnham , Politician
"There must be a way to save Jodrell Bank, and I give a commitment today, at this despatch box, we will find it."
— Andy Burnham , Politician
"The Jodrell Bank site is facing a significant problem in the medium term because of funding cuts."
— Sarah Russell , Politician
Key People
Andy Burnham is the chief minister of Jersey and a prominent Labour Party figure.
Brian Cox is a Scottish actor and director, known for his work in film and television, including directing Glenrothan.
Astronomer Royal for Scotland.
Dara Ó Briain is a comedian and a signatory of the petition to reverse funding cuts.
English musician and lead singer of the band Pulp.
Prof Jim Al-Khalili is a physicist and a supporter of maintaining funding for Jodrell Bank.
Johnny Marr is a British musician, known for being the guitarist of The Smiths.
Daughter of the founder of Jodrell Bank, Sir Bernard Lovell.
Sarah Russell is the MP for Congleton whose constituency includes the Jodrell Bank site.
British musician and astrophysicist, known as the guitarist for Queen.
Tim Peake is a British astronaut and retired Army Air Corps officer.
Tim Roca is the MP for Macclesfield and involved in efforts to save Jodrell Bank.
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Burnham said "there is no way that we can see its demise, and it won't happen under my Government".
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