Tag Archives: 0.8%

13 / Mar / 2015 1

Tell Them Science is Vital

In just a few weeks, Britain goes to the polls to vote in a new government. This is obviously a crucial time for science funding and policy. That is why Science Is Vital needs you to contact your MP or … Continue reading →

Categories: Campaign, Democracy in Action, Economics
29 / Nov / 2013 2

Open letter to Vincent Cable, Secretary of State

Dear Dr Cable, We are writing to express our deep concern about reports that the Department of Business, Innovation and Skills is considering cuts to the ring-fenced science funding because of budget pressures arising from changes in the higher education … Continue reading →

Categories: Campaign, cuts
21 / Mar / 2013 7

Petition: increase Governmental spend on R&D to 0.8% GDP

Following on from our letter in the Daily Telegraph signed by fifty top UK scientists, calling for an increase in research and development spending to at least 0.8% of GDP, we are delighted to announce our accompanying Petition (below). We … Continue reading →

Categories: Campaign