Written question asked by Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Kanishka Narayan (Labour) on Monday, 29 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.

Science and Technology: Germany

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the UK‑Germany Strategic Science and Technology Partnership on Northern Ireland.

Answer: The UK‑Germany Strategic Science and Technology Partnership is designed to strengthen bilateral collaboration on key technologies, providing opportunities for researchers and businesses in the UK, including those based in Northern Ireland, to benefit from leading cutting-edge research and development with German partners. All relevant UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) initiatives, such as the lead agency agreement between the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council and the German Research Foundation, are open to applicants from across the whole of the UK.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 12637
Session: 2026-27
Subjects: International cooperation Germany Northern Ireland Technology Science
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk