- Minister Andrew Griffith visited Loughborough University after the government’s announcement that it is investing a total of £45 million in the UK's quantum sector - as part of its commitment to transforming into a quantum-enabled economy by 2033 – seizing this technology’s potential to overhaul healthcare, energy, transport and more.
- £30 million investment will go to developing and delivering world-leading prototype quantum computers, providing scientists and engineers with a controlled environment for experimentation.
- Local MP Jane Hunt continues to champion the successes of our local assets like Loughborough University.
Accelerating the use of quantum technology to improve healthcare, energy, transport and more has received a major boost as Science Minister Andrew Griffith announces £45 million of investment today (Monday 5 February).
After making this announcement, the Minister visited Loughborough University’s National Centre for Combustion and Aerothermal Technology.
The National Centre for Combustion and Aerothermal Technology (NCCAT) focuses on the development of future low emission aerospace combustion systems that will reduce the environmental impact of aircraft. Rolls-Royce are a lead partner in the project. The project is leading cutting edge research and has created highly skilled jobs for local people, something Jane has championed in her A Chance to Succeed section of her 6-point plan for Loughborough.
Jane Hunt MP continues to be a strong advocate for Loughborough, bringing issues and successes to the top of government. Minister Griffith is the first member of the government to visit Loughborough in 2024, following The Prime Minister, The Rt Hon. Penny Mordaunt, and The Rt Hon. Johnny Mercer all coming to see Jane’s work for the local area first hand in 2023.
Local MP, Jane Hunt, said:
“I am delighted to welcome Andrew to Loughborough today to see the innovative and exciting research that is being carried out here at Loughborough University. Our fantastic University is one of the things that really puts Loughborough on the map for its sporting excellence, student satisfaction, and of course its cutting edge scientific research that we have seen today.
“In collaboration with local people, I developed my 6-point plan for Loughborough, with A Chance to Succeed being one of the focuses. The skilled jobs on the Loughborough University campus give local people the chance to progress in STEM careers right here in Loughborough.”
Science Minister, Andrew Griffith MP, said:
“I am so pleased to join Jane Hunt here at Loughborough University to see first and the brilliant work that goes on here. Jane is a strong advocate for Loughborough and the asset that the University is.
“Today I announced £45 million in funding for the UK’s quantum sector which underscores our commitment to the brightest UK minds – like those who I have met in Loughborough today - who are pushing the boundaries of innovation and seizing the potential of this technology to transform our public services.”
