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From The Rt Hon David Willetts
  • Funding announced for HEFCE, science and research

    Funding allocations to the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) for 2011-12 and science and research announced today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The UK and Iceland sign an agreement to share information on volcanic eruptions

    The agreement follows considerable cooperation between researchers from the 2 countries since the eruption of Eyjafjallajokull in 2010.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New rules for high charging universities

    Universities who want to charge over £6000 a year in tuition fees will be expected do all they can to help students from poorer backgrounds.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Government explores future technology and innovation opportunities

    A new Foresight report highlights the scientific and technological areas that could transform the UK economy over the next 20 years.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Statement on higher education funding and student finance

    With permission Mr Speaker, I would like to make a statement on Higher Education Funding and Student Finance. This follows the statement made…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • HEFCE Annual Conference

    Good afternoon. It has been a crucial ten days for the development of higher education in our country. I am very grateful to HEFCE for this…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • £50 Million funding for research announced

    UK to be at the centre of a revolution in the diagnosis and treatment of disease

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Innovate 2010 conference

    Good afternoon. It’s great to be here at this celebration of British innovation and the Technology Strategy Board’s role in supporting it…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British Science Festival

    Science Minister David Willetts reinforces the importance of engaging the public on science and technology issues.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Science Minister launches consultation on Code of Practice for Scientific Advisory Committees

    A consultation on updating the 'Code of Practice for Scientific Advisory Committees' was launched today (17 September 2010).

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • A level results

    Information and options for students who have received their A level results.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Space agreements

    Science Minister David Willetts announces closer collaboration with US and Russian space agencies.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The Coalition Government’s Approach to Space

    Good morning, everyone. I’m delighted to join you for Space Day at Farnborough. It’s a real privilege to be the minister responsible for space…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Science to drive economic growth

    Universities and Science Minister David Willetts has outlined the importance of science in rebalancing the UK economy.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Science, Innovation and the Economy

    Good morning. It may not have been a great Summer for football but it has certainly been a great Summer for science. The Royal Society has…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Engineering advice central to updated guidelines on scientific advice

    The updated 'Guidelines on the use of scientific and engineering advice within government' highlight the importance of engineering advice.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Willetts welcomes crew of space shuttle Atlantis to Portsmouth Historic Dockyards

    Minister for Universities and Science David Willetts welcomed NASA astronauts to the UK this weekend as they touched down for a two-week nationwide tour to inspire school children about space and science.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Apply now for student finance

    Universities and Science Minister David Willetts has urged students to apply online now for their student loans and grants.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • David Willetts - 'University Challenge'

    **Extracts of a speech by Rt Hon David Willetts MP Oxford Brookes University 10 June 2010 ** It’s great to be here at Oxford Brookes University…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Role for universities & colleges in reducing debt

    Business Secretary Vince Cable and Universities Minister David Willetts have written to university Vice Chancellors and college Principals to outline their role in achieving Government savings.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government