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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Wednesday, 15 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 21 April 2026 (named day). It was answered by Kanishka Narayan (Labour) on Wednesday, 22 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.

Animal Experiments: Finance

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, with reference to the Policy paper: “Replacing animals in science: A strategy to support the development, validation and uptake of alternative methods”, published on 11 November 2025, what progress has she made in increasing sustained investment focused on animal replacement.

Answer

The commitments to increase investment and expand challenge led innovation for alternative methods are being led by UKRI.

The Strategy was supported by £75m of funding and commits to increasing investment in alternative methods. UKRI has been in discussion to consider the most effective delivery approach and £20 million of increased funding is already available through the Pre‑clinical Translational Models Hub funding call, launched in March 2026. In addition, Innovate UK launched a £2 million Contracts for Innovation competition in February 2026.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
127550
Session
2024-26
Related items
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Animal experiments Finance
Link
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