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Written question asked by Blake Stephenson (Conservative) on Tuesday, 11 February 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 13 February 2025. It was answered by Feryal Clark (Labour) on Wednesday, 19 February 2025 on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.


AstraZeneca: Merseyside

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether he has conducted a lessons learned review over negotiations with AstraZeneca on proposed investment in Merseyside.

Answer

AstraZeneca’s decision not to invest in Speke is deeply disappointing. The Government regularly reviews it’s grant process and routinely seeks applicant feedback. The Government also continues to engage positively with AstraZeneca, including on the new Industrial Strategy and Life Sciences Sector Plan, due to be published in late Spring. This will set out a comprehensive plan of how the Government intends to drive growth in the sector. Support includes the Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund, which will allocate up to £520 million to deliver economic growth and build health resilience.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
30737
Session
2024-26
Related items
AstraZeneca: Merseyside
Wednesday, 19 March 2025
Written questions
House of Commons
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Investment Merseyside AstraZeneca
Link
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