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We also need to ensure that we have the best opportunities for research. Currently, excellent research is taking place in both our large and small universities.
The report was accompanied by some guidance to management on what seemed to work best. At that time, I gave an undertaking that we would report back to the committee in due course.
Such distinctions are sometimes important. With the best will in the world, ministers cannot fix systemic issues relating to what others are doing to collect data on their behalf.
Obviously, that will be a very welcome visit to the Parliament. While we are talking about this, we should not forget the role of the regions in Europe.
I have asked for other information to be sent to me. That was the only meeting of my visit that was in any way disappointing—it took place only an hour before I left so there was not much that could be done.In spite of the press coverage, I found the visit useful and helpful.