Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 108570
Scientists: Recruitment
Tabled: 26 January 2026
Answered: 4 February 2026
Question
Mr Angus MacDonald
Liberal Democrat — Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps he is taking to support the retention and re-employment of UK scientists alongside plans to recruit scientists from overseas.
Answer
Kanishka NarayanThe government is committed to ensuring universities and research institutions remain internationally competitive, with long-term career sustainability. DSIT has allocated £38.6 billion to UKRI over four years, including £14 billion for curiosity-driven r...
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