Barry McElduff moved the Sinn Fein motion calling on Culture Minister Nelson McCausland to establish a language strategy.

BBC: Irish language strategy continued

Barry McElduff of Sinn Fein said he rejected the motion as it "effectively sectarianises the public debate about our universities".

BBC: Disparity in community background at universities

"We have seen endless delay mechanisms and great dishonesty over this matter over a long period of time, " Mr McElduff said.

BBC: Irish language strategy continued