Written question asked by Stephen O'Brien (Conservative) on Monday, 21 June 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 30 June 2004. It was answered by Nigel Griffiths (Labour) on Wednesday, 30 June 2004 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Dept of Trade and Industry

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, pursuant to her Answer of 8th June 2004, 422 c382W on research and development, for what reason the date for the next regional competition deadline for the grant for research and development has not yet been decided.

Answer: Mr. Stephen O'Brien: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry pursuant to her answer of 8 June 2004, Official Report, column 382W, on research and development, for what reason the date for the next regional competition deadline for the grant for research and development has not yet been decided. [180385] Nigel Griffiths: The effectiveness of the current competition in being assessed alongside the resource available before committing to any future competition dates. The business community will be informed of any future rounds at the earliest opportunity, to give the time needed by applicants and their advisors to prepare quality applications.

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