University backs Bristol 2008 bid

The University of Bristol is encouraging its students, staff and alumni to back the city's bid to become European Capital of Culture 2008 by voting today [Monday 28 April] in a BBC poll.
The University of Bristol is encouraging its students, staff and alumni to back the city's bid to become European Capital of Culture 2008 by voting today [Monday 28 April] in a BBC poll.

People can vote by logging on to Clash of the Cities or by calling 09011 903040.

A programme on BBC 1 at 7.30pm tonight - Clash of the Cities - will cover the six shortlisted cities' bids. The result of the poll will be announced on BBC 1 at about 10.35pm.

The Government is expected to name the winning city in June.