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Science in Government (SiG)

Science in Government (SiG) covers the frameworks for the management and use of science in Government, supports the cross-Government community of Chief Scientific Advisers, and undertakes science and engineering assurance of departments

SiG supports the GCSA on key issues such as climate change, food and civil contingencies, as well as on his role as Head of Science and Engineering Profession in Government. It also houses the secretariat for the Council for Science and Technology.