Brexit prompts UK science academies to urge government to prioritize research

BBC : The 23 June vote by the UK to leave the European Union (EU) has prompted the presidents of seven science academies to ask the UK government to ensure that the country retains its position as a world leader in science and technology. In a joint statement, they say that “the UK’s outstanding research and innovation base is central to our economic, social and cultural well-being.” They focus on several priorities in four areas: people, collaboration, resources, and regulation. Among their requests are that researchers continue to be allowed to travel freely between the UK and EU countries, that international research collaborations continue to be encouraged and supported, that research funding issues be addressed to avoid any potential shortages during and after the transition, and that the UK remain compliant with EU rules and regulations.