Higher Education: Science
7th February 2011
Dr Francis: To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills what recent discussions he has had with higher education institutions on promoting science and innovation; and if he will make a statement.
Mr Willetts: I have had many recent discussions on promoting science and innovation with higher education institutions (HEIs), both individually and through representative bodies. My statement to Parliament on 20 December 2010, Official Report, column 135WS, sets out the Government's position.