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Science Minister Sets Out Plans for Business Investment in Universities

The Science Minister, David Willetts MP, yesterday set out the Government’s plans to leverage funding from businesses and industry to support the establishment of new graduate university institutions in England. Mr Willetts, speaking at the think tank Policy Exchange, made … Continue reading

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CaSE calls for a Science Minister in Scotland

The Campaign for Science and Engineering (CaSE) is calling for the appointment of a Science Minister at the Scottish Government. Outlining the rationale for this post, CaSE state that “Science and engineering has an impact, and is affected by a … Continue reading

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REF to be delayed by one year

David Willetts, Minister for Science and Universities, today delivered his first major speech on the Government’s vision for science in the UK, the Royal Institution. The BES listened as the Minister outlined his priorities for science, and announced a one … Continue reading

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