HC Deb 22 June 1981 vol 7 cc42-3W
Mr. Craigen

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will ensure that the Scottish Office is represented at the University of Strathclyde and Scottish Development Agency "Bio-technology Briefing for Scottish Industry" on 24–25 June, in view of its industrial significance and potential.

Mr. Alexander Fletcher

I had a constructive meeting on 5 June with a range of industrial and research interests, including the Scottish Development Agency and the University of Strathclyde, to investigate ways in which the industrial applications of biotechnology could be promoted in Scotland, following publication of the Government's White Paper on biotechnology (Cmnd. 8177). The briefing on 24–25 June provides a good opportunity to take discussions further, and my Department will be represented at it.