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The Sector Skills Council for Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies

Consultation - A Vision for Science and Society (UK)

From: DIUS

Date published: 18 July 2008

Response due: 17 October 2008

Semta response submitted: 17 October 2008

Summary

The DIUS consultation to develop a Science and Society Strategy was launched by the (then) Minister for Science and Innovation, Ian Pearson at Thinktank in the Birmingham Science Museum. The initiative aims to capture a range of views from the general public, scientists, businesses, media, education and government. It seeks input on three keys areas:

  • How to improve communication, generate interest, increase participation and convey the relevance of science
  • How to build trust and confidence in scientific research in the public and private sectors 
  • How to inspire young people from diverse backgrounds to become tomorrow’s skilled scientists

Semta response

Rather than create a new response, Semta submitted a copy of the Stage 3 report for the Bioscience SSA, a copy of the summary leaflet, and a copy of our recent evidence to the DIUS STEM skills supply and demand inquiry.

Next steps

The consultation is ongoing, and Semta will be considering further activity as appropriate.

Documents and Links

DIUS website on the consultation

Semta represents the view of our employers across government and the media.  If you are an employer in the science, engineering, or manufacturing technology sectors, we welcome your views at policy@semta.org.uk

 

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