§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what he estimates the effect to be upon the quality of research and teaching in the United Kingdom university system of university teachers leaving their posts to teach in other countries.
§ Mr. WaldenSome movement of academic staff between nations is desirable. However, there is some evidence that there has recently been a disproportionate movement away from the United Kingdom of staff in certain disciplines. My right hon. Friend has expressed concern about this and is seeking further information about its extent and implications.
§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science how many university teachers in the United Kingdom have taken university teaching posts abroad in the past five years; and in what specialities.
§ Mr. WaldenI will reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.
§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what information he has as to the comparative university salaries of a university lecturer with a Ph.D with seven years' experience, in the European Economic Community, the United States of America, Canada and Australia, respectively.
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§ Mr. WaldenThis information is not available centrally.