Science
Science is at the heart of good policy making at Defra, providing evidence for decision-making, helping us find new policy solutions and helping us to identify and tackle future issues.
Defra is a major funder of science, spending over £300 million annually on research, monitoring and surveillance activities.
We believe that good quality science is crucial in maintaining the high quality of the work we do for the essentials of life - water, food, air, land, people, animals and plants.
Science Advisory Council open meeting - 14 October 2009
The Science Advisory Council, the key independent body advising Defra Scientists and Ministers, is holding an open meeting on Wednesday 14 October 2009, from 9:30 to 16:30 at London Zoo. How to register and more information...
Latest news
- 6 August 2009- Latest Elements magazine is now available.
The latest research competitions and science project reports are available.
Page last modified: 6 October 2009