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Written question asked by Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 7 January 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 9 January 2019. It was answered by Chris Skidmore (Conservative) on Monday, 14 January 2019 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.


Helium: Research

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, whether he plans to take steps to support geological research into new sources of helium in the UK; and if he will make a statement.

Answer

The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), which is now part of UKRI, continues to welcome high quality applications for support into any aspect of geological research and these are judged in open competition with other demands on funding, with awards being made according to their scientific quality and importance.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
206039
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Research Helium
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk