EU Programmes

Debate between Michelle Donelan and Mary Glindon

Thursday 7th September 2023 Commons Chamber

[Michelle Donelan]

The Science Minister has agreed to meet with our right hon. Friend and discuss this at great length.

[Mary Glindon (North Tyneside) (Lab)]

I thank the Prime Minister for his timely and positive action following my question to him yesterday. I welcome the news, which comes as a huge relief to the research community after so much prolonged uncertainty. Can the Secretary of State assure the chief executive of Cancer Research UK, who welcomes the Government’s decision and has expressed the hope that this deal will pave the way for continued UK participation in future European research programmes?

[Michelle Donelan]

The hon. Member’s question to the Prime Minister was indeed timely. I can give her that assurance. One of the key missions of Horizon Europe focuses on tackling and addressing cancer, and that will continue to be key.