New University of Surrey United Nations CIFAL Centre

That this House congratulates the University of Surrey, Guildford, on the opening on 25 November 2024 of their new CIFAL International Training Centre for Authorities and Leaders, in partnership with the United Nations; commends its aim of capacity-building, facilitating knowledge sharing between civil society organisation representatives, public servants, decision-makers and stakeholders locally and working internationally to strengthen capacities, improve decision-making processes and promote sustainable development; and notes the significant impact the centre will have locally, nationally and globally through its work.

• Zöe Franklin Sponsor
• Helen Maguire
• Christine Jardine
• Mr Will Forster
• Jim Shannon
• Sarah Dyke
• Calum Miller
• Dr Danny Chambers
• James MacCleary
• Dr Al Pinkerton