HC Deb 22 January 1997 vol 288 c637W
25. Mr. Flynn

To ask the President of the Board of Trade what proposals he has to increase research into nano-technology. [10616]

Mr. Ian Taylor

The Government are committed to innovation and the application of research across the full range of technologies including nano-technology. At least two new projects relevant to nano-technology have recently been introduced through the foresight programme, including a national centre for microelectronics. It is for the research councils, universities, academics and industry to take forward specific projects where appropriate.