§ 32. Mr. Ian BruceTo ask the President of the Board of Trade if he will make a statement on the implementation of the technology foresight programme. [2631]
§ Mr. Ian TaylorAction to take forward the technology foresight programme is proceeding on a broad front. The foresight panels are pursuing vigorous programmes of dissemination. The chief scientific adviser has reconstituted the steering group, making strategic appointments which reflect the group's new focus on dissemination and implementation. The DTI is promoting foresight through Government regional offices and industry divisions. Several other Government departments are taking forward relevant foresight priorities. Numerous trade associations and professional bodies are taking forward foresight with their members. The foresight challenge competition has attracted an impressive response from industry and academia. The Government will publish a progress report shortly.