Written questions

Research: Migrant Workers

Commons · Question 31289 · Tabled 12 Feb 2025 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record

Answered 28 Feb 2025

Question

Asked by Charlie Maynard

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps he is taking with the Secretary of State for the Home Department to reduce overall and upfront immigration costs for researchers.

Answer

Answered by Feryal Clark, 28 Feb 2025

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology has regular discussions with the Home Office, and with other government departments, to ensure that the UK’s world-class science, research, technology and innovation sectors are supported by a competit...