Report on Research and Development in Wales November 2023

Date: 9 May 2024

Prof. Justin Lewis provided expert advice based on the work of Media Cymru for the Research and Development consultation of the Economy, Trade, and Rural Affairs Committee, which has been set up by the Senedd to look at policy and legislation, and to hold the Welsh Government to account in specific areas. These areas include business, economic development, skills, international trade, agriculture, fisheries and food. The Committee undertook a snap-shot inquiry to assess the current position of the research, development and innovation landscape in Wales and the effectiveness of: Public funding: including funding levels; barriers to access; regional differences across the UK and Wales Collaboration: between universities and industry Support for Welsh businesses: through research and development Welsh Government’s approach: including its recent Innovation Strategy The Committee took oral evidence from stakeholders on 30 November 2023

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