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  • An enduring, systems-level approach to driving government ambition and growth through science and technology.

  • The Minister for Science, Research and Innovation's response to recommendations made by the Regulatory Horizons Council on the governance of engineering biology.

  • The Minister for Science, Research and Innovation has responded to recommendations made by the Regulatory Horizons Council (RHC) on the regulation of quantum technology applications.

  • These measures combine the current Research and Development Expenditure Credit (RDEC) and R&D SME scheme into a merged scheme, implement the enhanced support for R&D intensive SMEs and restrict the use of nominations…

  • This strategy sets out how we will build on our success to date to develop a world-leading digital economy that works for everyone.

  • We are seeking views on our proposed work for a UK battery strategy to ensure we have access to the widest possible evidence and perspectives.

    First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government

  • This call for evidence is seeking views on ways to substantially reduce research bureaucracy, primarily for the benefit of individuals and teams conducting research.

    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • How the UK will transition to a new R&D programme if unable to associate to Horizon Europe, Copernicus and Euratom.

    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Ambition statement and vision for commercial drones, created jointly by government and the sector, outlining the 2030 potential, current use cases and support and enablers for the future.

    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • This strategy sets out government’s ambition to build the research and innovation workforce the UK needs, working in a positive and inclusive culture.

    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • A description of the rationale and intended purpose for the Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA).

    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • The government’s Research and Development (R&D) Roadmap sets out the UK’s vision and ambition for science, research and innovation.

    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Document setting out the policies and principles of the Newton Fund.

    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • What we aim to achieve through our official development assistance (ODA) funding and how we will achieve it.

    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Information on the Newton Fund and the fund's partner countries.

  • A scheme aimed at encouraging greater interaction between universities and business to increase innovation and growth.

  • Information on the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF).

  • Details of how the government is addressing digital inclusion and skills.

    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Government response to the independent review of business-university research collaborations.

    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Smart Specialisation aims to encourage the efficient and effective use of public investment in research.