HC Deb 14 February 2002 vol 380 c536W
38. Hugh Bayley

To ask the Minister what steps she is taking to increase the number of women scientists working in the United Kingdom. [33833]

Ms Hewitt

I recently allocated funding to ensure that the Promoting SET for Women Unit will continue to be in existence for another five years to stimulate progress. I have asked Baroness Greenfield to lead a new high-level group to report with recommendations for a stronger strategic approach to increase the participation of women in science and engineering. I have also recently published the report "Maximising Returns to Science and Engineering Careers".