Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Marcus Fysh and Lord Johnson of Marylebone

Tuesday 10th November 2015 Commons Chamber

[The Minister for Universities and Science (Joseph Johnson)]

Yes, indeed. In the Green Paper, we set out various proposals on which we want to consult with the sector. I have also announced the creation of a social mobility taskforce, which is to report back to me by Christmas with proposals on how to meet the Prime Minister’s ambitious target of doubling the proportion of people from disadvantaged backgrounds who attend university by 2020.

[Marcus Fysh (Yeovil) (Con)]

T7. The Government are making large infrastructure investments in my area, through projects such as the dualling of the A303 and Hinkley Point. I am trying to encourage large-scale inward investment. How can my hon. Friend help us to build on local skills and research and development?