That this House commends the Institution of Mechanical Engineers' manifesto for UK engineering; recognises that engineering is integral to the UK's national economy and environment; urges the Government to take note of the proposals in the manifesto; and calls on the Government to put a regenerated UK manufacturing sector at the heart of its agenda.

That this House commends the Institution of Mechanical Engineers' manifesto for UK engineering; recognises that engineering is integral to the UK's national economy and environment; urges the Government to take note of the proposals in the manifesto; and calls on the Government to put a regenerated UK manufacturing sector at...

That this House welcomes and supports National Science and Engineering Week, 12 to 21 March 2010 and the What on Earth nature-spotting project to highlight biodiversity in the UK; calls on the public to go out into parks and gardens and to rediscover and appreciate the wealth of biodiversity around them; notes the International Year of Biodiversity 2010 and the work of hundreds of schools, community groups, science centres and museums across the country which are organising events and activities in celebration of National Science and Engineering Week; and welcomes the continuing support for science, technology, engineering and mathematics by hon. Members from all sides of the House.

That this House welcomes and supports National Science and Engineering Week, 12 to 21 March 2010 and the What on Earth nature-spotting project to highlight biodiversity in the UK; calls on the public to go out into parks and gardens and to rediscover and appreciate the wealth of biodiversity around...

That this House welcomes and supports The Big Bang 2010: UK Young Scientists' and Engineers' Fair taking place on 11 to 13 March 2010 which will include the finals of the National Science and Engineering Competition; notes that over 15,000 students have already registered to attend the free event, which will include a wide range of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) projects on display; and believes that the study of STEM is crucial to ensure Britain's future prosperity and success.

That this House welcomes and supports The Big Bang 2010: UK Young Scientists' and Engineers' Fair taking place on 11 to 13 March 2010 which will include the finals of the National Science and Engineering Competition; notes that over 15,000 students have already registered to attend the free event, which...

That this House marks the launch of the Royal Society of Chemistry's Chemistry Week 2009 in November; notes that among its key objectives is to raise awareness of the vital role of chemistry in food and food security as one of the major global issues of current times; further notes that activities are taking place in constituencies up and down the country based on the chemical science of food; further notes the wide range of activities organised by the Society in local communities and constituencies all over the country which are designed to illustrate the Chemistry Week theme of food which focuses on the vital role of the chemical sciences; further notes that at the Parliamentary launch of Chemistry Week on 9 November the proportion voting for fish and chips as the nation's favourite food was 60 per cent. while that voting for curry was 37.5 per cent.; and further notes the unrivalled contribution that the study of chemistry and the chemical sciences have made and continue to make to the understanding of nature, to the quality of life and to the knowledge economy of the 21st century.

That this House marks the launch of the Royal Society of Chemistry's Chemistry Week 2009 in November; notes that among its key objectives is to raise awareness of the vital role of chemistry in food and food security as one of the major global issues of current times; further notes...

That this House recognises that the closure or the Council for the Registration of Forensic Practitioners (CRFP) on 31 March 2009, mid-way through the Government's consultation into the future regulation of forensic practitioners, has left a hiatus in regulation; further recognises the important role that forensic scientists play in providing expert witness in the criminal and civil courts; is concerned that the 3,000 practitioners, covering 29 specialties of forensic science, who are registered with the CRFP are no longer regulated; and believes that as the Government looks to design a new regulatory model that a robust and thorough debate around the future of the sector is required.

That this House recognises that the closure or the Council for the Registration of Forensic Practitioners (CRFP) on 31 March 2009, mid-way through the Government's consultation into the future regulation of forensic practitioners, has left a hiatus in regulation; further recognises the important role that forensic scientists play in providing...

That this House notes with concern that the number of school students choosing to study physical science subjects post-16 has fallen over the last 25 years; recognises the significant contribution that outdoor learning makes to increasing students' enthusiasm for science and helping them on their way to becoming the new scientists of the future; notes with concern that there are currently a number of barriers to improving fieldwork, including Initial Teacher Training which is not working effectively enough to help produce sufficient numbers of high quality teachers with confidence, competence and commitment to teach outdoor science to the next generation of children and young people; further notes with concern that Qualified Teacher Status standard 30 only requires that trainee teachers should be able to identify opportunities for out-of-school learning, with no requirement for trainees to plan, organise, take part in, and lead outdoor learning activities; congratulates the Field Studies Council (FSC), an environmental education charity committed to helping people understand and be inspired by the natural world, on its campaign to improve teacher training; and calls on the Department for Children, Schools and Families to support the FSC's campaign to introduce minimum standards in Initial Teacher Training and urgently to review Qualified Teacher Status standard 30.

That this House notes with concern that the number of school students choosing to study physical science subjects post-16 has fallen over the last 25 years; recognises the significant contribution that outdoor learning makes to increasing students' enthusiasm for science and helping them on their way to becoming the new...

That this House notes with concern the announcement made by the Forensic Science Service of a restructuring of the business which will lead to redundancies with an estimated 30 to 40 per cent. of the workforce due to lose their jobs; recognises the first class service provided by the Forensic Science Service which is the market leader in the supply of forensic services to police forces in England and Wales and which has a global reputation for excellence in the developement and deployment of new and advanced techniques; further notes that the Forensic Science Service provides world class training services which all help to provide a comprehensive service, from crime scene to court room, and analyses more than 120,000 cases each year; believes that large job losses will damage this service and result in a loss of valuable skills; and calls on the Government to enter discussions immediately with the Forensic Science Service in order to avoid unnecessary job losses and maintain the skill base which ensure the Forensic Science Service is a world leader.

That this House notes with concern the announcement made by the Forensic Science Service of a restructuring of the business which will lead to redundancies with an estimated 30 to 40 per cent. of the workforce due to lose their jobs; recognises the first class service provided by the Forensic...

That this House greatly welcomes the special scientific exhibition entitled SET for BRITAIN which is being held in the Palace of Westminster as part of this year's National Science and Engineering Week; notes that this event in the Commons Terrace marquee is designed to strengthen the dialogue between Parliament and the science and engineering community; further notes that there will be three consecutive sessions incorporating a total of 180 scientific posters by early-stage and early-career researchers covering the biological and biomedical sciences, the physical sciences (chemistry and physics), and engineering; further notes that prizes will be awarded to those posters judged the best in each scientific discipline; encourages all right hon. and hon. Members to visit this exhibition to see at first hand the outstandingly high quality of research which is being carried out in British universities; pays tribute to the late Dr Eric Wharton who founded this event a decade ago; and greatly welcomes the co-operation in organising SET for BRITAIN of the Parliamentary and Scientific Committee, the Royal Society of Chemistry, the Royal Academy of Engineering, the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry, the Institute of Physics, the Institute of Biology and others; and further notes that the success of the UK in the competitive knowledge economy of the 21st century is going to depend on its world-class scientific and engineering expertise.

That this House greatly welcomes the special scientific exhibition entitled SET for BRITAIN which is being held in the Palace of Westminster as part of this year's National Science and Engineering Week; notes that this event in the Commons Terrace marquee is designed to strengthen the dialogue between Parliament and...

That this House congratulates the Royal Society of Chemistry on organising Voice of the Future 2009 on 10 March at the House and on its continuing commitment under its Royal Charter to serve the public interest by seeking to assist hon. Members with a better understanding of science; notes that Voice of the Future 2009 is taking place during National Science and Engineering Week and involves young scientists and engineers from all over the UK, including A Level science students from Holland Park School, Wallington High School, St Olave's School, Queen's Park Community School, Chiswick Community School and Westminster School; further notes that the event will be addressed by both the Minister for Science and Innovation and the Shadow Minister for Innovation, Universities and Skills; further notes the special Science Question Time with hon. Members on the Select Committee on Innovation, Universities, Science and Skills; applauds the involvement in this event of many of the UK's greatest science and engineering organisations, including the Royal Society, the Royal Academy of Engineering, the Institute of Physics, the Institute of Biology, the Biosciences Federation, the Council for the Mathematical Sciences, the Geological Society and many other organisations, including the Campaign for Science and Engineering; welcomes the expertise and assistance that these eminent bodies can give to Parliament; and further welcomes the contribution that Voice of the Future 2009 can make to building and maintaining a constructive dialogue between Parliament and the younger generation of scientists and engineers.

That this House congratulates the Royal Society of Chemistry on organising Voice of the Future 2009 on 10 March at the House and on its continuing commitment under its Royal Charter to serve the public interest by seeking to assist hon. Members with a better understanding of science; notes that...

That this House looks forward to The Big Bang, the first annual UK Young Scientists and Engineers Fair on 4 to 6 March 2009, which will include the finals of the new National Science Competition; notes the importance of The Big Bang's key objectives to raise the profile of young people's innovation and achievement and to encourage a new generation of talented scientists and engineers; is delighted to welcome members of the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) community to the House for a reception on 27 January 2009; supports what promises to be a successful event; and hopes that many more young people will discover the huge range of opportunities that exist for them in science and engineering in the UK.

That this House looks forward to The Big Bang, the first annual UK Young Scientists and Engineers Fair on 4 to 6 March 2009, which will include the finals of the new National Science Competition; notes the importance of The Big Bang's key objectives to raise the profile of young...

That this House welcomes plans for The Big Bang, the first annual UK Young Scientists and Engineers Fair on 4th to 6th March 2009 which will include the finals of the new National Science Competition; looks forward to this event that will bring together young people from across the country to celebrate their achievements and highlight the contributions of science and engineering to the United Kingdom as a whole; applauds its key objectives to raise the profile of young people's innovation and achievement and to encourage a new generation of talented scientists and engineers; and hopes that many more young people will discover the huge range of opportunities that exist for them in science and engineering in the UK.

That this House welcomes plans for The Big Bang, the first annual UK Young Scientists and Engineers Fair on 4th to 6th March 2009 which will include the finals of the new National Science Competition; looks forward to this event that will bring together young people from across the country...

That this House applauds the Royal Society of Chemistry for its commitment to encourage an interest in science among young people; applauds the efforts that are being made throughout the United Kingdom, especially by teachers in primary and secondary schools, to revitalise the science curriculum and to convey the excitement of science to pupils and students; notes that on 14th October the prestigious RSC Bill Bryson Science Prize will be presented by the celebrated author himself, together with the RSC President Professor Dave Garner FRSC FRS, to Kate Marks and Sophie Jarvis (primary school winners) of St Joseph's School Cornwall supported by their teacher Susan Marks, to Thomas Williams (secondary school winner) of St Gregory's Catholic High School Warrington supported by his teacher Mr Abram, and to Emily Bullman (overall winner) of Walthamstow Hall School in Kent supported by her teacher Dr Susan Wilkinson; further applauds the students' outstanding entries in the RSC Bill Bryson science competition; and further notes the unrivalled contribution that the study of chemistry and the chemical sciences have made and continue to make to the understanding of nature, to the quality of life, and to the knowledge economy of the 21st century.

That this House applauds the Royal Society of Chemistry for its commitment to encourage an interest in science among young people; applauds the efforts that are being made throughout the United Kingdom, especially by teachers in primary and secondary schools, to revitalise the science curriculum and to convey the excitement...

That this House congratulates the Royal Society of Chemistry on sponsoring science as the theme of the Your Parliament exhibition in Westminster Hall for the week beginning 30th June; hopes that the general public, including the many schoolchildren who visit the exhibition, appreciate the crucial role that science plays in Parliament; congratulates those hon. and right hon. Members who participated in the science debate held in Westminster Hall on 2nd July; and notes that the debate explored the importance of promoting science in schools to the ultimate benefit to the UK's economy.

That this House congratulates the Royal Society of Chemistry on sponsoring science as the theme of the Your Parliament exhibition in Westminster Hall for the week beginning 30th June; hopes that the general public, including the many schoolchildren who visit the exhibition, appreciate the crucial role that science plays in...

That this House congratulates The Royal Society of Chemistry on holding its Parliamentary Links Day on Tuesday 24th June on the theme of Science and an Uncertain World; welcomes the Society's commitment to serve the public interest by improving the access of all hon. Members to scientific information and a better understanding of science; notes the Keynote Address by the Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills; further notes that other speakers include Professor Jim Feast, President of the Royal Society of Chemistry, Lord Browne of Madingley, President of the Royal Academy of Engineering, Professor Rosemary Hails of the Institute of Biology, Dr Bob Crawford of the Royal Society of Chemistry, Professor Sir David King of the Institute of Physics, Professor Lynne Frostick of the Geological Society and Lord Krebs, Vice President of the Royal Society; notes the participation of the hon. Member for Havant, Shadow Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills, the hon. Member for Harrogate, Chair of the Select Committee on Innovation, Universities, Science and Skills, and Professor Robert Watson, Chief Scientific Adviser of Defra; further notes that Parliamentary Links Day is an established and respected event on the annual Parliamentary calendar; further notes that the Royal Society of Chemistry's pioneering Parliamentary Link Scheme, pairing scientists with hon. Members, is open to right hon. and hon. Members on all sides of the House; and welcomes the continuing contribution that Parliamentary Links Day makes to strengthening the dialogue between Parliament and the science and engineering community.

That this House congratulates The Royal Society of Chemistry on holding its Parliamentary Links Day on Tuesday 24th June on the theme of Science and an Uncertain World; welcomes the Society's commitment to serve the public interest by improving the access of all hon. Members to scientific information and a...