HC Deb 28 May 1963 vol 678 c1098
11. Mr. Boyden

asked the Parliamentary Secretary for Science in what scientific fields desirable research projects are being currently impeded by shortages of qualified staff.

Mr. Denzil Freeth

It is not possible to distinguish clearly difficulties arising out of shortage from those, which often occur, of finding high-class research workers with the right interests and aptitudes for particular projects. Among the fields in which the research councils report delay from these causes are engineering, genetics, soil physics and animal diseases.

Mr. Boyden

What is the hon. Gentleman's Office doing about the particular delayed projects?

Mr. Freeth

The essential thing is the production of more scientists. As the hon. Gentleman knows, the Government are having very great success in this field.

Mr. Boyden

Especially in America, I take it.