§ Dr. GibsonTo ask the President of the Board of Trade if she will list the action taken by the Minister for Science, Energy and Industry to ensure that the Treasury takes full account of national scientific achievements in determining the level of support for the scientific base. [25606]
§ Mr. BattleThe future level of support for the Science and Engineering Base will be determined through the Comprehensive Spending Review. This review is taking full account both of the nation's past scientific achievements and our future capability for supporting research of world class standing.