P&SC Chair

George Freeman FRSA MP was elected as Chair of the Parliamentary & Scientific Committee APPG on 30th July 2024.
George is a former Minister of State for Science, Technology and Innovation, and Chair of the No10 Policy Board, 2016-17.
He has been the Member of Parliament for Mid-Norfolk since 2010.

George also serves as a member of the House of Commons Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee, having been elected in November 2024.

P&SC Chair

George Freeman FRSA MP was elected as Chair of the Parliamentary & Scientific Committee APPG on 30th July 2024.
George is a former Minister of State for Science, Technology and Innovation, and Chair of the No10 Policy Board, 2016-17.
He has been the Member of Parliament for Mid-Norfolk since 2010.

George also serves as a member of the House of Commons Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee, having been elected in November 2024.

Next Meeting:

‘‘Artificial Intelligence: Practical Applications in the Legal Sector and Materials Innovation’’ – Tuesday 8th April
In partnership with the University of Liverpool
5.15pm to 6.30pm, Houses of Parliament
Chairman’s Reception 7.00pm to 7.30pm, Committee Room 4a, House of Lords Committee Corridor, Palace of Westminster

Tuesday 20th May
(Discussion meeting details to be confirmed)

‘‘Overcoming Challenges in Patent Protection for UK SMEs’’ – Tuesday 17th June
In partnership with the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys (CIPA)
5.15pm to 6.30pm, Houses of Parliament
Chairman’s Reception 7.00pm to 7.30pm, Committee Room 4a, House of Lords Committee Corridor, Palace of Westminster

Parliamentary and Scientific Committee Annual Lunch – Tuesday 1st July
Cholmondeley Room and Terrace, House of Lords

‘‘Engineering Innovations in Chemical Processes’’ – Tuesday 14th October
In partnership with the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
Details to follow

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Join the global celebration of Physiology Week 2024 from 18–22 November. Engage in activities that showcase the wonders of physiology and connect with the life sciences community worldwide.
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Celebrating Unsung Heroes in the Chemical Sciences: RSC Prizes 2025

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Annual Review 2023/24: Celebrating Diamond Light Source’s Pioneering Achievements

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Tackling Reoffending Through Football: Key Insights from the Twinning Project Research

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Daphne Jackson Trust Biennial Conference: Celebrating 500 Fellowships and Innovative Research

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