Race begins for new Cambridge university chancellor

Name: Race begins for new Cambridge university chancellor
Uploaded: 2011-07-05T08:36:27.000Z
Description: The battle for the chancellorship of Cambridge University has begun after the Duke of Edinburgh retired from the role after 34 years.

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The Duke of Edinburgh has stood down from his role as chancellor of the University of Cambridge after 34 years in the role.

Lord Sainsbury is the university's official nominated candidate, but others in the running include Michael Mansfield, Brian Blessed and local shopkeeper, Abdul Arain.

Graham Satchell reports.

England

5 July 2011