University Alliance Chair and Vice-Chancellor of Coventry University, Professor John Latham gave evidence to the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Committee today (Tuesday 8 November 2016).
Ahead of the government’s Autumn Statement later this month, Professor Latham discusses how universities are key partners in the delivery of a successful industrial strategy, as hubs for innovation. Earlier this year, University Alliance’s report Creating Innovative Regions focused on the role of anchor institutions in supporting regional growth.
Watch the video here. A transcript of the evidence session can be found here.
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