Question to the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology:

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the immigration system in meeting the objectives stated in the UK Science and Technology Framework, published on 6 March 2023.

My Department is committed to ensuring that we continue to attract the best and brightest global talent, as set out in the Science & Technology Framework.

The Government has made good progress in simplifying and launching new skilled visa routes, and the UK’s points-based immigration offer enables talented scientists, researchers and innovators to come to the UK through a number of visa routes.

My Department will continue to work with the Home Office to ensure the immigration system meets the Government’s Science & Technology Superpower ambitions.