Department for Science, Innovation and Technology: Public Expenditure
Lords · Question HL14494 · Tabled 10 Feb 2026 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record
Answered 27 Feb 2026
Question
Asked by Baroness Kidron
To ask His Majesty's Government what proportion of the spending of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology is allocated to UK-headquartered firms, and what proportion of its spending is allocated towards US-headquartered firms.
Answer
Answered by Baroness Lloyd of Effra, 27 Feb 2026
The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology's (DSIT) largest channel of support to businesses is delivered through UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). UKRI will deliver £38.6 billion of R&D investment over the next four years, including £7 bi...