After the Government announced plans to break up the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and distribute its responsibilities amongst other departments, MPs have written to three S...

Experts alarmed as science secretary says UK must invest in “next generation of scientific facilities”

The national synchrotron source, a laser facility and a particle accelerator are under threat of closure unless cash is found.

Funding crisis could lead to an exodus that would be a blow for British science and national growth

Two new labs will back British researchers to develop next generation artificial intelligence (AI) systems, helping secure the UK’s position as a global leader.

Astronomers warn it would tear the heart out of UK science, and leave a generation untrained.

Emma Chapman's "The Echoing Universe" is a vivid survey of the hidden parts of the cosmos and those who seek them out.

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Professor Sir Ian Chapman and Lord Vallance respond to a letter from the Chair of the House of Commons Science, Innovation and Technology Committee.

Cuts to UK Astronomy? It’s all about the base(line). Responding to questions from the House of Commons Science, Innovation and Technology Committee, Lord Patrick Vallance (Science Minister) and Sir I...

Grant cuts of nearly 70% may force university departments to close and ‘annihilate’ research, scientists say

UK scientists fear for the talent pipeline and homegrown expertise in AI and quantum

UK scientists fear for the talent pipeline and homegrown expertise in AI and quantum

RAS External Meetings | Friday, 27 of March 2026 - 9:00 | RASreach 2026 | University of Manchester | 27 March

Over the past week, three key meetings brought together members of the Particle Physics, Astronomy, and Nuclear Physics (PPAN) community with ministers, Members of Parliament, and representatives of UKRI and STFC. For the PPAN community, these discussions were particularly significant.