4 Feb 2010 03:43 PM
Statement on GSK’s Q4 2009 Results

News Release issued by the COI News Distribution Service on 04 February 2010

Responding to the publication of GSK’s Q4 2009 results, Science and Innovation Minister Lord Drayson said:

“In a tough global market for pharmaceutical companies I am pleased that GSK has made the UK a priority for investment. They recognise the importance of our world class science base and talented pool of people as well as the measures we have taken to support life sciences in the UK, including the patent box.”

Notes to Editors

Department for Business, Innovation & Skills The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) is building a dynamic and competitive UK economy by: creating the conditions for business success; promoting innovation, enterprise and science; and giving everyone the skills and opportunities to succeed. To achieve this it will foster world-class universities and promote an open global economy. BIS - Investing in our future.

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