Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 120072

Astrophysics: Research

Tabled: 11 March 2026

Answered: 20 March 2026

Question

Helen Morgan

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps her Department is taking to maintain and support astrophysics research projects at centres such as the research institute at Jodrell Bank Observatory.

Answer

Kanishka Narayan

The Government is investing a record £86 billion in R&D between 2026/27 and 2029/30, with UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) delivering £38.6 billion across the UK. UKRI’s “applicant-led” budgets will increase from £737 million this year to £815 millio...

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