We engage with the full range of political decision-makers at national, devolved and local levels. This includes responding to consultations, writing letters to MPs and contributing our voice through the media.
We work with our members and the R&D community to develop clear recommendations for Government and other policy makers to ensure that R&D can flourish.
CaSE MP Welcome Pack
CaSE has sent a welcome letter and pack to all Westminster MPs to encourage them to start a conversation about what R&D means for their constituency and the wider UK.
The First 100 Days: A Plan for R&D
Investing in R&D creates new jobs and future industries, new educational opportunities, and the economic growth that will pay for…
100 Day Plan for R&D – where are we now?
The 12th October marked 100 days since the new Government came to office. Here we take a look at progress to…
The First 100 Days: A Plan for R&D
Investing in R&D creates new jobs and future industries, new educational opportunities, and the economic growth that will pay for…
100 Day Plan for R&D – where are we now?
The 12th October marked 100 days since the new Government came to office. Here we take a look at progress to…
MPs to Watch
Following the 2024 General Election, CaSE has drawn up a list of those MPs with an interest or background in science, technology, engineering, maths or medicine (STEMM) or R&D.
This list is to help identify those in Westminster who might be advocates for R&D.
Explore our General Election Hub to see all our activities advocating for R&D during the election
Political Engagement analysis & publications
Immigration White Paper – implications for attracting international R&D talent
12 May 2025
Policy Manager Camilla d’Angelo takes a look at what the Immigration White Paper means for attracting international R&D talent to the UK.
Cross Sector Letter on International R&D Talent
08 May 2025
In advance of the forthcoming Immigration White Paper, CaSE and 35 other organisations have written to select Westminster Parliamentarians.
What has changed in the new Science and Technology Framework?
01 May 2025
DSIT released an updated version of the Science and Technology Framework on the 29th April 2025. Our Policy Officer, Edmund Derby, takes a look at what has changed.
DSIT allocations confirm strong overall settlement, but tight UKRI finances
07 April 2025
CaSE takes a look at the details of the DSIT 2025/26 spending allocations, including UKRI.
What do the public think about R&D and the UK Government’s missions?
27 February 2025
Analysis and highlights from CaSE’s research into public attitudes towards R&D and the Government’s missions.
Mission Critical R&D
26 February 2025
This report sets out evidence on the integral role of R&D in driving progress on the UK Government’s missions.
CaSE Representation to Spending Review 2025
26 February 2025
In this submission we set out the views and policy recommendations of CaSE on increasing public investment in R&D, supporting regional economic growth, and ensuring the sustainability of the R&D system.
CaSE responds to the 2024 Autumn Budget
31 October 2024
In the first Labour Government budget for 14 years, Chancellor Rachel Reeves made a series of announcements as part of the Autumn Budget 2024. Below we delve into some of the measures impacting R&D.
Political Engagement press releases
Initial response to the 2025 Immigration White Paper
12 May 2025
On Monday 12th May 2025 the UK Government published an Immigration White Paper titled Restoring control over the immigration system. Here is CaSE’s initial response to the publication.
Response to the 2025/26 DSIT Spending Allocations
04 April 2025
CaSE’s initial response to the publication of the Department for Science Innovation and Technology (DSIT) spending allocations for 2025/26.
CaSE initial response to the 2025 Spring Statement
26 March 2025
On 26th March 2025 the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, delivered a spring statement. Here is CaSE’s initial response.
R&D is critical to achieving the UK Government’s Missions
26 February 2025
A new report sets out evidence, including public opinion polling, on the integral role of R&D in driving progress on the UK Government’s missions.
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