Tuesday 17th July 2018

(5 years, 9 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Sam Gyimah Portrait Mr Gyimah
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I am aware that everyone in the life sciences sector has welcomed the life sciences sector deal. As part of our work to reach 2.4% of our GDP being invested in scientific research by 2027, we will be working with the pharmaceutical industry along with other industries to increase their research investment in the UK.

Carol Monaghan Portrait Carol Monaghan (Glasgow North West) (SNP)
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When can we expect an announcement of the funding for the next phase of the national quantum technologies programme?

Sam Gyimah Portrait Mr Gyimah
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I am very much aware of that and am in discussions with UK Research and Innovation. An announcement will be made very soon.