Medical Research
Debate between Lord Turnberg and Lord De Mauley
Lord De Mauley
My Lords, that point is slightly outside the scope of today's Question, but the answer is yes.
Lord Turnberg
My Lords, may I ask the Minister about NC3Rs? It was set up by the previous Government to engage in research that reduces the number of animals in research, and replaces them. It works very closely with, and funds, academic institutions and the scientific community, and also collaborates closely with industry. It does great work. Will the Minister ensure that the funding that comes from the Government for it will continue, and if not continue, increase?
Lord De Mauley
My Lords, I echo the noble Lord’s compliments to the organisation. I am certainly not aware that there is any plan to change its funding. If there is, I will let him know.