Written question asked by Paul Flynn (Labour) on Thursday, 16 May 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 13 June 2002. It was answered by Patricia Hewitt (Labour) on Thursday, 13 June 2002 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Dept of Trade and Industry

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, what action she is taking to encourage women to take up science and engineering careers.

Answer: Paul Flynn: :To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what action she is taking to encourage women to take up science and engineering careers. [58228] Ms Hewitt: :The Department's Promoting SET for Women Unit will continue to be in existence for another five years to stimulate progress. I have asked Baroness Greenfield to report to me on the development of a more aggressive strategy for women in science and engineering. I also recently announced a new award, in memory of Rosalind Franklin, which will be given annually in recognition of outstanding scientific achievement in innovation and research to raise the profile of women in science. My Department is also funding a national mentoring scheme for women in SET.

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