Written question asked by Adam Ingram (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 March 1997. It was answered by John M Taylor (Conservative) on Monday, 3 March 1997 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Dept of Trade and Industry

Question: What assessment he has made of the work of the Women in SET Unit; and if he will comment on the future of the Unit. - Including ref to "Rising Tide" report, (in Library as Dep 0397).

Answer: Mr. Ingram: To ask the President of the Board of Trade what assessment he has made of the work of the women in science, engineering and technology unit; and if he will make a statement on the future of the unit. [18357] Mr. Taylor: My right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Trade and I have considered the report on the first two year's work of the development unit on women in science, engineering and technology, and it is clear that considerable progress has been made on the recommendations in the "Rising Tide" report. Nevertheless, further work is required and we have decided that the unit should continue for a further period. A detailed announcement will be made in due course.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 18357; 291 c480W
Session: 1996-97
Subjects: Department of Trade and Industry Women Employment Industry Engineering Technology Science