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Science: Oxford

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps he is taking to help increase the numbers of international scientists working (a) at Oxford University and (b) in the Oxford biotech cluster.

answeredDepartment for Science, Innovation and Technology

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Answering body
Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Tabled
17 Apr 2025
Target answer date
23 Apr 2025
Answer
29 Apr 2025 · 12 calendar days after tabling

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  1. 17 Apr 2025

    Question tabled

    To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps he is taking to help increase the numbers of international scientists working (a) at Oxford University and (b) in the Oxford biotech cluster.

  2. 23 Apr 2025

    Target answer date

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  3. 29 Apr 2025

    Answer published

    The UK offers ambitious funding for international talent through prestigious fellowships and professorships from UKRI and the National Academies. Our competitive immigration offer, including fast-track visa routes like the Global Talent visa, facilitates ...

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