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Vince Cable

Now the main areas of higher education that still enjoy considerable financial support from government are subjects like engineering and science and the research ringfence which is the basic minimum to protect Britain's scientific competitiveness.

Vince Cable

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Vince Cable is saying that government funding in higher education is mostly focused on fields like engineering and science. This funding is maintained at a minimum level to ensure the UK remains competitive in scientific research.

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