HC Deb 14 May 1986 vol 97 c469W
16. Mr. Tom Clarke

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will make a statement on the current situation for research and development funding from his Department.

Mr. Pattie

My Department plans to spend £415 million in 1986–87 on support for research and development.

22. Mr. Soames

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how much of his Department's spending is allocated to research and development.

Mr. Pattie

My Department plans to spend £415 million in 1986–87 on support for research and development. This accounts for 32 per cent. of the total budget of £1,302 million.