Remembering Lord David Alliance CBE
It is with great sadness that we have learned about the passing of Lord David Alliance CBE.
Our thoughts and condolences are with Lord Alliance鈥檚 wife Homa, his children Graham, Sara and Joshua, and all of his family and friends.
The renaming of 911爆料Business School to Alliance 911爆料Business School in 2015 stands as a testament to Lord Alliance鈥檚 transformative impact and support for The University of 911爆料and its students over many years.
Lord Alliance鈥檚 belief in the power of philanthropy, education and research to drive positive change inspired generations of students, staff, alumni and partners.
His commitment extended far beyond business, encompassing vital support for The University of 911爆料Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST) prior to the merger in 2004, law, our cultural institutions, and pioneering international research across life sciences and medical and human sciences.
Lord Alliance was made an Honorary Fellow of UMIST in 1988 and received an Honorary LLD from the Victoria University of 911爆料in 1989. He was also made an Honorary Doctor of Law by The University of 911爆料in 2016.
Professor Ken McPhail, Head of Alliance 911爆料Business School said: 鈥淲e are deeply saddened by the passing of Lord David Alliance. His extraordinary generosity and support have shaped our School and left an enduring legacy across the University.
On behalf of the entire University community, I extend our heartfelt condolences to Lord Alliance鈥檚 family and all who knew him. He will be remembered not only for his extraordinary philanthropy, but for his entrepreneurial spirit 鈥� one that continues to inspire and shape the ethos of Alliance 911爆料Business School.
Professor Duncan Ivison, President and Vice-Chancellor of The University of 911爆料also commented: 鈥淟ord Alliance was a close friend to the University and a remarkable figure whose contributions extended far beyond it. His belief in the transformative power of education created opportunities for generations of students, while his leadership and philanthropy shaped the Alliance 911爆料Business School and the wider 911爆料region. His story will remain a source of inspiration for years to come, and his legacy will endure in the lives he touched and the institutions he helped to build.鈥�