PIPER ALPHA CHARITABLE TRUST

That this House recalls with deep sadness the deaths of 167 workers on the Piper Alpha oil rig on 6th July 1988; notes the bravery and dedication of survivors, rescue teams, medical and emergency staff involved; and calls upon the Government and the off-shore oil and gas industry to support the creation of a substantial charitable trust which will further honour the memory of the victims and individuals who work in this challenging sector by providing scholarships to scientists, technologists and other experts who strive to improve the health, safety and effectiveness of the sector.