Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 121905
Astronomy and Physics: Research
Tabled: 18 March 2026
Answered: 27 March 2026
Question
Afzal Khan
Labour — Manchester Rusholme
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of changes to Science and Technology Facilities Council funding on the UK’s global position in astronomy and physics research.
Answer
Kanishka NarayanThe Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has committed a record £58.5 billion investment in R&D over the next 4 years. This includes £38.6 billion allocated to UKRI. The overall Government spend on R&D over the next 4 years is ...
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