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Physics: Research

Commons · Question 118636 · Tabled 6 Mar 2026 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record

Answered 16 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps her Department is taking to ensure funding for physics research.

Answer

Answered by Kanishka Narayan, 16 Mar 2026

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has committed to a record £58.5 billion investment in R&D over the next 4 years. Of this, UKRI will deliver £38.6 billion towards research and innovation with £14.5 billion allocated towards...