Written question asked by John Denham (Labour) on Thursday, 21 April 2011, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 27 April 2011. It was answered by Mark Prisk (Conservative) on Tuesday, 10 May 2011 on behalf of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.

Technology: Greater London

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills with reference to the Plan for Growth, what assessment he has made of progress in contracting out the marketing of the East London Tech City initiative; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: The Government announced last year its blueprint for technology—this includes plans to develop Tech City in East London. The goal is to take Britain on the right path to a high-tech future.As part of this, UKTI's Tech City Investment Organisation has established a team of entrepreneurs to help East London become a world-leading technology cluster and magnet for technology-led inward investment, talent and innovation.UK Trade and Investment is leading on the marketing for Tech City with the support of Hill and Knowlton on the international marketing strategy. The Hill and Knowlton team will be based in the heart of Tech City.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 53131; 527 c1203W
Session: 2010-12
Related items: Technology: Greater London
Tuesday, 21 June 2011
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House of Commons; Technology: Greater London
Tuesday, 21 June 2011
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House of Commons; Technology: Greater London
Tuesday, 21 June 2011
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Subjects: Greater London Technology
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