[ jun 2004 ]
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"John Lennon Memorial Scholarships – Approximately 30 awards of £1,200 are available. All prospective and current Home ( UK ) and EU undergraduates and postgraduates ( but not Flexible Degree students ) are eligible to apply. Awards will be made on the basis of financial need and academic merit. Please note that, in accordance with the Donor’s intentions, priority will be given to applicants whose permanent residence is in Merseyside and who have an active and demonstrable interest in environmental issues. Awards are tenable for one year only but applicants may apply for further awards in future years."
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liverpool university main fund portfolio, 2002, shows shares in BAe Systems and GKN
endowments ( scholarship monies ) also invested in the main fund - liverpool university annual report 2003
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"BAE System's unethical influence on Government Policy and allegations of institutional corruption are expected to top the agenda at the Annual General Meeting of BAE Systems, Europe's largest Arm's company, on Wednesday 5th May.
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"Following intensive international competitive evaluation, GKN Aerospace has now signed a Memorandum of Understanding ( MOU ) with Lockheed Martin to supply the integrated propulsion system for the United States Navy Maritime Multi-Mission Aircraft ( MMA ) programme."Given a potential US requirement for over 100 aircraft, this contract could be worth up to $1 billion for the acquisition programme alone. In addition, follow on global export opportunities exist with countries replacing existing maritime patrol aircraft fleets. "
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"All we are saying is give peace a chance,"
john lennon, 1969