Life Sciences Stevenage 2024-10-16
2024-10-16
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The constituency of Stevenage has a thriving life sciences community, including organisations like GSK and Autolus. Kevin Bonavia is concerned about the steps being taken to support this sector.
What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support the life sciences sector in Stevenage constituency?
The Government has a clear plan for supporting the life sciences sector as set out in our life sciences plan. We encourage companies to expand their footprint in Stevenage, supported by initiatives such as the cell and gene therapy catapult and skills and training laboratories.
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Kevin Bonavia asked for specific steps being taken with Cabinet colleagues but only received a general statement about encouraging company expansion without concrete measures or timelines.
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BioOrbit is building a pharmaceutical factory in space to leverage the benefits of microgravity, and GSK hosts more than 40 small and medium-sized enterprises. Kevin Bonavia wants to ensure that these companies receive all necessary support.
I am proud that my constituency is a top location for life sciences companies to develop cutting-edge technologies... Does my hon. Friend agree that we need to do all we can to support innovative SMEs in the life sciences and space sectors?
Earlier this week we published the industrial strategy Green Paper to drive long-term growth, secure investment in crucial sectors including life sciences, and build an NHS that is fit for the future. We aim to renew UK's leadership in life sciences through innovation and collective partnerships.
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Kevin Bonavia asked specifically about supporting innovative SMEs but received a broader statement on long-term growth strategy without addressing specific measures or commitments for SME support.
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Rolls-Royce's technology and logistics centre has been successfully invested in, prompting Alison Griffiths to ask what further investment is being sought for her constituency.
Following the successful investment in Rolls-Royce's technology and logistics centre... What is the Minister doing to get more investment into my Bognor Regis and Littlehampton constituency?
There is huge interest from companies in investing in the UK, supported by this Government. We held an investment summit earlier this week showing significant support for companies wishing to invest.
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Alison Griffiths asked about specific actions being taken but received a general statement on overall government support and upcoming investments without concrete measures tailored to Bognor Regis and Littlehampton.
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