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First, I thank the Chair and the Select Committee for their report. The hon. Lady has clearly identified the regional shortcomings when it comes to innovation, growth and where we are. In the discussions she would have had with the Northern Ireland Assembly, and perhaps with the Minister as well,...
First, I thank the Chair and the Select Committee for their report. The hon. Lady has clearly identified the regional shortcomings when it comes to innovation, growth and where we are. In the discussions she would have had with the Northern Ireland Assembly, and perhaps with the Minister as well,...
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what plans her Department has to support exchanges between British and Ukrainian scientists, engineers and innovators working on defence and security technologies.
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what plans her Department has to support exchanges between British and Ukrainian scientists, engineers and innovators working on defence and security technologies.
DSIT does not lead defence or security cooperation with Ukraine, which is driven by other government departments under the 100 Year Partnership. DSIT is supporting Ukrainian and UK researchers and businesses through UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) grants and Horizon Europe funding, which offer routes for scientific exchange.
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of which elements of the UK’s collaboration between government, academia and industry could support Ukraine’s long-term technological development.
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of which elements of the UK’s collaboration between government, academia and industry could support Ukraine’s long-term technological development.
DSIT assesses that there are multiple elements of UK collaboration between government, academia and industry that support Ukraine’s long‑term technological development, reaffirmed by the Prime Minister during the UK‑Ukraine Strategic Dialogue on 17 March. These include, but are not limited to: TechBridge, which connects tech businesses and has helped Ukrainian startups secure over £10 million in funding; ResearchBridge, which links researchers in priority areas to build sustainable partnerships; deepening cooperation between our space agencies on joint projects to support the peaceful uses of outer space; and work with Ukraine on digital transformation and cooperation on AI to provide best‑in‑class public services.
That this House celebrates the work and life of Dr Jane Goodall; commends her pioneering research on chimps and spirit of adventure; recognises the influence Dr Jane Goodall had on encouraging and inspiring female participation in science and conservation; acknowledges Dr Goodall's approach to observing and associating with the animals she studied resulted in her ground breaking findings; notes her efforts to raise awareness of climate change and protecting habitats; calls for this House to support more women and girls to enter careers in science and conservation; and sends its condolences to Dr Jane Goodall's family.
That this House celebrates the work and life of Dr Jane Goodall; commends her pioneering research on chimps and spirit of adventure; recognises the influence Dr Jane Goodall had on encouraging and inspiring female participation in science and conservation; acknowledges Dr Goodall's approach to observing and associating with the animals...
That this House congratulates students Lucas Bain and Murray Allan of The Waid Academy in North East Fife for reaching the final three schools in the 2025 HRUC National Innovation Challenge with their innovative project entitled Brickteria, a concept designed to create sustainable alternatives in concrete production; notes that The Waid Academy was the only school in Scotland to be represented in the final ten, securing an impressive three places on the shortlist; commends the creativity, teamwork and scientific thinking of the students involved, as well as the invaluable support and mentorship provided by Mrs Neill, teacher of Biology; and further acknowledges the team for representing Scottish innovation and sustainability at a national level, setting an inspiring example for students across the country.
That this House congratulates students Lucas Bain and Murray Allan of The Waid Academy in North East Fife for reaching the final three schools in the 2025 HRUC National Innovation Challenge with their innovative project entitled Brickteria, a concept designed to create sustainable alternatives in concrete production; notes that The...
That this House congratulates Aberdeen Science Centre on being awarded a £52,000 grant from the ScottishPower Foundation; recognises the work that Aberdeen Science Centre does to support learning in the local community by increasing access to science for people across the board; notes that through the Playlist Power project, Aberdeen Science Centre aims to inspire the next generation and promote sustainability by bringing their Sustainable Superstars Roadshow to 35 local communities across the North East, including at least five events within the top 20% most deprived neighbourhoods in Scotland; welcomes the funding provided by the ScottishPower Foundation which supports local communities through STEM learning, environmental protection, support for people with disabilities and community development; and wishes Aberdeen Science Centre every success moving forward.
That this House congratulates Aberdeen Science Centre on being awarded a £52,000 grant from the ScottishPower Foundation; recognises the work that Aberdeen Science Centre does to support learning in the local community by increasing access to science for people across the board; notes that through the Playlist Power project, Aberdeen...
That this House celebrates the opening of the Ray Dolby Centre at the University of Cambridge; acknowledges this state-of-the-art facility as a cornerstone of the university's Cavendish Laboratory and a transformative hub for interdisciplinary research in physics and beyond; applauds the long tradition of ground-breaking discoveries at the Cavendish Laboratory, including the discovery of the electron, the structure of DNA and numerous Nobel Prize-winning advances; recognises that Ray Dolby, after whom the centre is named, exemplified the value of international academic exchange as a Marshall Scholar from the United States studying at Cambridge; notes that the Marshall Scholarship programme was established as an expression of gratitude for the Marshall Plan, demonstrating the enduring special relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States; affirms that the values of international cooperation, scientific advancement and shared prosperity that underpinned the post-war world order have never been more relevant than they are today; celebrates the vital contributions that international students make to the United Kingdom's global soft power, academic excellence and economic prosperity; and calls on the Government to continue supporting initiatives that strengthen international academic collaboration and exchange in the spirit of the post war vision for a peaceful and prosperous world built on cooperation and shared knowledge.
That this House celebrates the opening of the Ray Dolby Centre at the University of Cambridge; acknowledges this state-of-the-art facility as a cornerstone of the university's Cavendish Laboratory and a transformative hub for interdisciplinary research in physics and beyond; applauds the long tradition of ground-breaking discoveries at the Cavendish Laboratory,...
That this House marks British Science Week - a ten-day celebration of science, research and innovation – featuring thousands of events and activities across the UK for people of all ages; commends the efforts of the British Science Association to inspire and enable schools, community groups, cultural organisations, research institutions and businesses to celebrate science, research and innovation and its crucial role in our lives; and recognises the support of UK Research and Innovation for making British Science Week possible.
That this House marks British Science Week - a ten-day celebration of science, research and innovation – featuring thousands of events and activities across the UK for people of all ages; commends the efforts of the British Science Association to inspire and enable schools, community groups, cultural organisations, research institutions...
I thank the Minister for his positive attitude in response to the measures that have been put forward, but I have a request on behalf of my constituents who work in the hospitality sector. Rates and alcohol duties have been frozen for another year, including those on spirits, meaning it...
I thank the Minister for his positive attitude in response to the measures that have been put forward, but I have a request on behalf of my constituents who work in the hospitality sector. Rates and alcohol duties have been frozen for another year, including those on spirits, meaning it...
On saving lives, will the Secretary of State give way?
On saving lives, will the Secretary of State give way?
I very much welcome what the Secretary of State has said, and there are clearly many positives in the Budget, but the British Heart Foundation contacted me to say that cardiac care is time-critical, and that delays to vital tests, procedures and operations can lead to otherwise preventable heart attacks....
I very much welcome what the Secretary of State has said, and there are clearly many positives in the Budget, but the British Heart Foundation contacted me to say that cardiac care is time-critical, and that delays to vital tests, procedures and operations can lead to otherwise preventable heart attacks....
Thank you for calling me, Mr Deputy Speaker. I think I am the Duracell bunny; I seem to go on longer than anybody else. I have been here since 25 past 2, so that gives you an idea of how long we have been here, and I will be here...
Thank you for calling me, Mr Deputy Speaker. I think I am the Duracell bunny; I seem to go on longer than anybody else. I have been here since 25 past 2, so that gives you an idea of how long we have been here, and I will be here...
I thank the Minister for his statement. The Government are to be commended for the speed with which they have acted; it is indeed good news. I very much welcome the purchase of SVB by HSBC, which looks set to protect UK investors and start-ups alike, but what further assurances...
I thank the Minister for his statement. The Government are to be commended for the speed with which they have acted; it is indeed good news. I very much welcome the purchase of SVB by HSBC, which looks set to protect UK investors and start-ups alike, but what further assurances...
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, if she will make an assessment of the potential impact of proposals to remove funding for applied general qualifications that overlap with Health and Science T-Levels on the health and social care workforce.
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, if she will make an assessment of the potential impact of proposals to remove funding for applied general qualifications that overlap with Health and Science T-Levels on the health and social care workforce.
Education is a devolved matter, and the response outlines the information for England only.
The department is reforming the Level 3 qualifications system to ensure all qualifications approved for funding alongside A levels and T Levels are high-quality, have a clear purpose and deliver great outcomes. T Levels have been developed with over 250 leading employers, have significantly longer teaching hours and include a meaningful nine-week industry placement that sets them apart from many current vocational qualifications.
The Health and Science T Levels provide young people with an in-depth overview of the occupational choices within the health and care sectors. They will provide a pipeline of young talent into occupations such as Trainee Nursing Associate (TNA) and Assistant Health Practitioner roles, later progressing to the registered occupations.
In addition to T Levels, the department will also fund small alternative academic qualifications, equivalent to one A level in priority areas such as health and social care, as well as funding large technical qualifications for adults who are not able to take T Levels. In January 2023 the department published its funding approval criteria for alternative academic and technical qualifications approved from 2025, which can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/qualifications-funding-approval-manual-2025-to-2026/common-funding-approval-criteria.
In October 2022 the department published the final list of qualifications which overlap with waves 1 and 2 T Levels, which will have 16-to-19 funding offers removed in August 2024. This excluded qualifications that may overlap with the Health and Science T Levels, as these were under review by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education. The department will publish the final list of qualifications which overlap with the Health and Science T Levels, and which will have funding removed in 2024 in due course. The department has published an impact assessment for qualifications that will have 16-to-19 study programme funding removed because they overlap with a waves 1 or 2 T Levels, excluding Health and Science, and this will be updated when the final list is published.
The earliest point we will remove funding approval for qualifications that overlap with T Levels will be August 2024, four years after T Levels were first taught. The department has responded to feedback from the sector by delaying the withdrawal of funding by a year, ensuring awarding organisations and providers have longer to prepare. All providers will have the opportunity to deliver T Levels for a minimum of one year before overlapping qualifications are removed.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, what steps his Department has taken to support scientific research consortia as a future funding model for domestic R&D.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, what steps his Department has taken to support scientific research consortia as a future funding model for domestic R&D.
I refer the Hon. Member to the answer I gave the hon. Member for Central Ayrshire on 31 March 2022 to Question 146649.
That this house notes with great regret Terumo Europe’s announcement that they intend to transfer their medical technology production facility in Knowsley to Costa Rica, with a loss of 110 jobs; further regrets the company’s failure to agree a redundancy package that, although in excess of the statutory minimum legal requirement, would mean that those on lowest pay would still not receive fair recognition of their contribution, particularly during the period of the Covid-19 pandemic and, moreover, will put them in a very difficult financial position; notes that in an email to Karen Lewis of the GMB Union of 17.03.2022, Terumo stated that the increased package from statutory with no caps is as far as Terumo can go; and calls on the company to urgently reconsider that statement with a view to ensuring that those on lower pay are offered more generous redundancy terms that take more fully into account the hardship that lower paid employers will inevitably face.
That this house notes with great regret Terumo Europe’s announcement that they intend to transfer their medical technology production facility in Knowsley to Costa Rica, with a loss of 110 jobs; further regrets the company’s failure to agree a redundancy package that, although in excess of the statutory minimum legal...
That this House congratulates the Scottish Seabird Centre in East Lothian on receiving £49,733 from The National Lottery Community Fund’s Platinum Jubilee Fund; understands that this funding will go towards their Community Citizen Scientists: Building a Hub for the Future project which will develop a programme for new marine ambassadors to secure the future of Scotland’s marine environment; notes that the Scottish Seabird Centre will build a specialist hub for developing and supporting the community citizen scientists for the future around the Firth of Forth, which will engage 16–24-year-olds in marine ecology and conservation through the development of a science hub, helping to build their confidence and interest in green jobs; and wishes everyone involved the very best of luck with this project and any future projects.
That this House congratulates the Scottish Seabird Centre in East Lothian on receiving £49,733 from The National Lottery Community Fund’s Platinum Jubilee Fund; understands that this funding will go towards their Community Citizen Scientists: Building a Hub for the Future project which will develop a programme for new marine ambassadors...
I thank the Minister for his answers. With reference to university places for those from low-income backgrounds, will he consider greater financial aid for STEM subjects—science, technology, engineering and maths—for students from any part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to find their passion and long-term career?
I thank the Minister for his answers. With reference to university places for those from low-income backgrounds, will he consider greater financial aid for STEM subjects—science, technology, engineering and maths—for students from any part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to find their passion and long-term career?
The hon. Member makes a really important point that is at the heart of our £100 million innovation accelerator pilot programme. We have chosen the locations—Glasgow, Manchester and the west midlands—for the initial tranche, because we want to invest in places where there is strong world-class research and development and innovation cheek by jowl with lamentable deprivation. I very much hope that over the next few years we can extend it out to areas, including parts of Northern Ireland, where that similar pattern of excellence alongside deprivation is sadly still present.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the scientific research consortia as a future funding model.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the scientific research consortia as a future funding model.
Research consortia foster research collaboration between diverse partners within countries and across international boundaries. Evidence shows that collaboration leads to better performance.
Collaboration and excellence reinforce each other:
- Within a single organisation or university, collaboration achieves 27% higher scholarly impact than no collaboration, however across organisations or in consortia within a country, collaborations achieve 45% higher impact, and international collaborations double the impact of scholarly output (99% higher), compared to no collaboration.
- The UK has received 21 of the 55 Nobel Prizes awarded between 2010 and 2020 and all of these (except for one in Literature) were shared with scientists from other nations
International R&D consortia lead to better economic outcomes:
- R&D investments have been found to generate twice as large returns internationally (250%) as they have domestically (121%) (https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/roie.12404)
- A 1% increase in foreign R&D investment raises total factor productivity by twice as much as domestic R&D investment (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0014292109000348)
Existing international funding vehicles such as the Newton and Global Challenges Research Fund build international consortia (bilateral consortia with Newton and multilateral through the Global Challenges Research Fund) to progress research on shared challenges.
That this House congratulates The Leven Programme, ONFife and Levenmouth Academy, alongside other local organisations, in becoming Fife’s Climate Beacon and bringing arts and science together to raise public engagement on Climate Change; recognises the role of the Scottish Government’s Climate Change and Culture Divisions, Creative Scotland and Museum Galleries Scotland in providing funding and expertise for the project which will see these organisations coming together to inspire positive action on climate change across Fife and the whole of Scotland in the run up to and beyond the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26); commends the important role this will play in sharing stories of the proud industrial heritage of Fife and to show the world how Scotland and our communities can transform to a resilient low carbon community for the future; highlights the pioneering aspect of the project to ensure that negotiations from COP26 will be linked back to our communities and felt not only in Glasgow but across the whole country; thanks all of the individuals involved with this programme; and encourages the public to get involved and consider how they too can make a positive impact on climate change.
That this House congratulates The Leven Programme, ONFife and Levenmouth Academy, alongside other local organisations, in becoming Fife’s Climate Beacon and bringing arts and science together to raise public engagement on Climate Change; recognises the role of the Scottish Government’s Climate Change and Culture Divisions, Creative Scotland and Museum Galleries...