Andrew Griffith MP: written questions
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Department for Science, Innovation and Technology: Public ExpenditureDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 25 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1825More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what amount of his 2024-25 departmental budget was underspent on 24 May 2024.
Answer: The Department reports in year spend to Ministers and the Permanent Secretary through the monthly reporting cycle. As and when underspends or pressures emerge, the Department works with HM Treasury to take appropriate action. The Department’s audited acco...
Answered 30 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordSpace TechnologyDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 25 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1824More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether his Department plans to publish a Space Workforce Action Plan.
Answer: The Government is determined to develop the skilled workforce that the UK needs across the whole economy, including in Space. That is why it is creating Skills England and will bring forward a comprehensive strategy for post-16 education to break down bar...
Answered 30 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordLife Sciences CouncilDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 25 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1823More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what his Department's policy is on the future of the Life Sciences Council.
Answer: The Life Sciences Council is a crucial forum for convening the sector and advancing UK Life Sciences. We will bolster the Council and have it report directly to the Industrial Strategy Council. It will meet again in due course.
Answered 1 Aug 2024
Original Parliament recordMathematics: EducationDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 25 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1822More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what his Department's policy is on the future of the National Academy for Mathematical Sciences.
Answer: The General Election was called during the open competition period for an incipient National Academy focused on mathematical sciences. My Department recognises the value that the mathematical sciences community brings to innovation, science and growth and...
Answered 2 Aug 2024
Original Parliament recordArtificial IntelligenceDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 25 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1821More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, if he will take steps to publish an AI strategy.
Answer: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is at the heart of the Government’s plan to kickstart an era of economic growth, transform how we deliver public services, and boost living standards for working people across the country. Over the next few months, we will be ...
Answered 30 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordArtificial Intelligence: RegulationDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1073More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what discussions he has had with his US counterpart on the potential introduction of expanded AI regulation.
Answer: In the King’s speech we committed to establishing appropriate legislation to place requirements on those working to develop the most powerful artificial intelligence models. As we develop these, we recognise the need to engage with a range of internationa...
Answered 30 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordDepartment for Science, Innovation and Technology: Departmental ResponsibilitiesDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1072More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what his planned timetable is for completing the transfer of the (a) Government Digital Service, (b) Central Digital and Data Office and (c) Incubator for AI from the Cabinet Office to
Answer: I refer the Honourable Member to the statement made by the Prime Minister about Machinery of Government changes on 24 July 2024. Preparations for the planned Machinery of Government change between the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and ...
Answered 25 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordDepartment for Science, Innovation and Technology: Public ExpenditureDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1071More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what funding has been allocated to transfer the (a) Government Digital Service, (b) Central Digital and Data Office and (c) Incubator for AI from the Cabinet Office to his Department.
Answer: I refer the Honourable Member to the statement made by the Prime Minister about Machinery of Government changes on 24 July 2024. Preparations for the planned Machinery of Government change between the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and ...
Answered 25 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordPatentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1059More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what information the Intellectual Property Office holds on the number of patents registered in June 2024.
Answer: There were 691 patents granted (registered) by the Intellectual Property Office in June 2024.
Answered 30 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordOffice for Life SciencesDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1058More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps he plans to take to help improve the Office for Life Sciences.
Answer: The life sciences sector will play a crucial role in both kickstarting economic growth and building an NHS fit for the future. We plan to strengthen the Office for Life Sciences, so that it is politically empowered to truly drive delivery across governmen...
Answered 30 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordClinical TrialsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1057More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what metrics his Department plans to use to monitor the UK's progress on (a) developing and (b) supporting clinical trials.
Answer: The Department publishes a UK Clinical Research Delivery Performance Indicators Report monthly, which is available at the following link:https://sites.google.com/nihr.ac.uk/thefutureofukclinicalresearch/home/news-updates/performance-indicators-report?erca...
Answered 1 Aug 2024
Original Parliament recordBuilding Digital UK: Public AppointmentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1056More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what his planned timetable is to appoint the chair of Building Digital UK.
Answer: Following the announcement of Simon Blagden’s resignation on 19 July 2024, the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology is working at pace to appoint an interim Chair of Building Digital UK. We will confirm in due course the timelines for the perma...
Answered 30 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordBroadband: FinanceDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1055More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what funding his Department has allocated to help reach (a) full gigabit, (b) full superfast and (c) national 5G coverage by 2030.
Answer: Over £1.6 billion of contracts have already been announced as part of Project Gigabit, to extend the rollout of gigabit-capable broadband beyond commercially viable areas across the UK. A further £1 billion of funding is proposed in live and upcoming proc...
Answered 30 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordUniversities: BusinessDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1054More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, with reference to the Independent review of university spin-out companies, published on 21 November 2023, what steps his Department plans to take to support the growth of university spi
Answer: Universities have a vital role to play in supporting the Government’s growth mission; in 2021/22 university spin-outs raised £5.29 billion in investment. As stated in our manifesto, the Government will work with universities to support spin-outs which pla...
Answered 30 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordResearch: DatabasesDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1053More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what his (a) projected budget and (b) planned timetable is for the creation of the National Data Library.
Answer: The Government will create a National Data Library to make it easier to access public sector data, help deliver data-driven public services, support our research sector, and create opportunities for economic growth. The National Data Library will include ...
Answered 30 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordInnovation: RegulationDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1052More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, when he plans to establish the Regulatory Innovation Office; and what the budget will be for that office.
Answer: In our manifesto, the government announced its intent to establish a Regulatory Innovation Office. I am working with officials to define initial areas of focus, whilst developing long term plans to ensure the RIO can support economic growth through regula...
Answered 30 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordDepartment for Science, Innovation and Technology: EqualityDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1051More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, how many diversity, equality and inclusion officers his Department employs.
Answer: Currently, the Department employs two staff whose role is solely dedicated to diversity and inclusion the focus of these roles is on compliance with the statutory obligations, including the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED), and delivering key priorities...
Answered 30 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordArtificial Intelligence: EU LawDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1050More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether he has had recent discussions with his European counterparts on the EU Artificial Intelligence Act, EU Regulation 2024/1689.
Answer: I am pleased that we committed in the King's Speech to a targeted approach to AI regulation. As we develop these regulations, we recognise the need to engage with a range of international partners. This includes engaging with the EU, who are a key science...
Answered 25 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordArtificial Intelligence: RegulationDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 22 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1049More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether he has had recent discussions with Cabinet colleagues on the potential merits of bringing forward legislative proposals on artificial intelligence.
Answer: As set out in the King’s Speech, we will establish appropriate legislation to ensure the safe development of AI models by introducing targeted requirements on a handful of companies developing the most powerful AI systems. We will work with other departme...
Answered 25 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordA27Department for TransportTabled 17 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 366More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps National Highways is taking to help reduce congestion at the A27 Crossbush junction.
Answer: This government is committed to maintaining and renewing our road networks to ensure they work for all road users and to future investment on the Strategic Road Network. However, as the Chancellor has said, we face the worst set of circumstances since the...
Answered 22 Jul 2024
Original Parliament recordA283: Air PollutionDepartment for TransportTabled 17 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 364More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department has commissioned research on the level of airborne particulate matter on the A283 in Storrington.
Answer: The Department for Transport has not commissioned research on the level of airborne particulate matter on the A283 in Storrington. However, the Environment Agency does record air quality in Storrington as part of the national air quality monitoring networ...
Answered 22 Jul 2024
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