§ Lord Kennetasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they hope to see a reduction in the number of accountants and an increase in the number of those trained in science, engineering and technology among those in authority in British business.
§ The Lord Privy Seal (Lord Wakeham)Putting science and technology to commercial use through innovation can lead to economic success. That is why the White Paper,Realising Our Potential emphasised the need for a closer partnership between industry and the science and engineering base. An increase in the number of scientists and engineers in leading positions in British business should help our companies take better advantage of this potential.