ME/CFS: Research
Commons · Question 116918 · Tabled 2 Mar 2026 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record
Answered 10 Mar 2026
Question
Asked by Max Wilkinson
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what progress the Medical Research Council has made on delivering ME/CFS research improvements.
Answer
Answered by Kanishka Narayan, 10 Mar 2026
The Medical Research Council (MRC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), has prioritised research into Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) for many years, investing over £4.65 million since 2020, and welcomes high qu...