Horizon deal: Refusing to sign up would be "needless act of self-harm"

Responding to reports that the UK and EU have reached a draft deal on Horizon Europe but that Rishi Sunak has not yet signed it off, Liberal Democrat Europe Spokesperson Layla Moran MP commented:  

“Refusing to sign up to research cooperation with Europe would be a senseless act of self-harm.

“We've seen too many false dawns over Horizon Europe, every day that is wasted means more scientists deprived of funding.

“The Government has trashed our relationship with Europe, put up needless trade barriers and prevented scientists from cooperating on everything from tackling climate change to curing cancer. 

“It's vital that Rishi Sunak approves this deal as soon as possible - it's a no brainer.”

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