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Science: Research

Asked by Charlotte CaneLiberal DemocratDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled Answered 17 September 2025UIN 75795

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, if the Government will allocate Ministerial responsibility for science centres to a specific Department.

Answered by Kanishka Narayan

The UK’s Science and Discovery Centres have an important role in engaging the public with science and technology and in inspiring young people, particularly those from underrepresented groups, their primary role is as visitor centres focussed on the role of science in the UK’s culture. DSIT will engage with DCMS to discuss how government’s relationship with these important institutions can best be supported going forward.

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