Universities Wales response to Welsh Government announcement of £65m funding for colleges and universities

In response to the announcement, Amanda Wilkinson, Director of Universities Wales, said:

‘The Welsh Government’s announcement of additional funding for these key areas of university activity is very welcome and comes at a crucial time.

‘The additional support for research activity will have a positive and tangible impact. It is vital that Wales is at the forefront of research and innovation including for the social, health and economic benefits that this activity delivers. In a changing world, these activities will be more important than ever.

‘Similarly, the support for institutions to reduce their carbon footprint has come at a timely moment. Our universities have made a range of commitments to support net zero including setting targets for emissions reductions and ensuring these targets are visible on their websites.’