THE: Science and Innovation Strategy launched by government

Professor Steve West, chair of University Alliance, has been quoted in Times Higher Education’s coverage of the Science and Innovation Strategy.

Steve West, chair of the University Alliance and vice-chancellor of the University of the West of England, said: “The scale of consultation by the government on the Science and Innovation Strategy was unprecedented and they should be applauded for that.

“However, it’s disappointing to learn this long-awaited strategy, which should be setting out the future of the next 10 years of UK science and innovation, has kicked back much of the crucial decision-making until after the election next May, and in some cases, following further reviews.”

Read our full statement responding to the Science and Innovation Strategy which was published today here.

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