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Mathematics: Research

Lords · Question HL15610 · Tabled 16 Mar 2026 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record

Answered 30 Mar 2026

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Asked by Viscount Stansgate

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Lord Vallance of Balham on 9 March 2026 (HL14784), whether they will commit to increasing mathematical sciences funding, including through the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Cou

Answer

Answered by Lord Vallance of Balham, 30 Mar 2026

The Government recognises the importance of the mathematical sciences. While delivery plans and funding allocations are prepared, the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) which is part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), has made n...