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UK public investment creates £3.3 billion boost to offshore wind sector

Public investments in environmental science are shown to be a major driver behind the UK’s wind industry. It delivers billions in economic value while also helping to protect the country’s marine environment.

Fostering Health Equity for Persons with Disabilities in the EU

People with disabilities often face a myriad of challenges when realising their right to health; Markaya Henderson from the European Disability Forum tells us why more must be done to promote disability-inclusive healthcare.

Using AI and digital tools to revolutionise public services

The UK government has announced the start of a new plan that hopes to overhaul public services through technology, promising to cut delays, reduce waste and improve efficiency across Whitehall.

£30 million boost will support clean maritime technology and coastal economies

The UK government will be investing £30 million into accelerating the decarbonisation of sea travel and encouraging growth in coastal economies As part of the...

NHS genetic testing programme could potentially offer lifesaving cancer prevention

A new NHS genetic testing programme has identified hundreds of people with Jewish ancestry at increased risk of cancer.

The latest developments in quantum computing: A transformative frontier

Quantum computing has been at the forefront of technological advancements, holding the potential to revolutionise fields ranging from cryptography to materials science.

Using public sector contract opportunities for SME’s

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play an essential role in the UK's economy but face challenges in securing public sector contracts.

What does physical records management cost the NHS?

Managing physical records is a significant expense for NHS Trusts in England. From March 2025, EDM Healthcare Consulting will kick off a six-month campaign aimed at raising awareness of how these records affect the digital transformation and spending of NHS organisations. Harry Pettet, EDM’s Managing Director and Lead Consultant, tells us more.

Public sector wastes £45 billion annually due to outdated technology

A new report has been released revealing that outdated technology costs the UK public sector £45 billion each year in lost productivity.

EU research and innovation policies

The EU’s research and innovation policies, both past and present, are examined by Open Access Government.

Greening government commitments ICT annual report 2023 to 2024

What groundbreaking strategies are redefining government technology for sustainability in the 2023-2024 report? Discover the future of environmental stewardship now.

Reimagining diagnostics: Why AI is essential for the future of NHS pathology

AI-powered pathology presents the NHS with a unique opportunity to enhance cancer detection. Paige AI explains how its tools can facilitate quicker diagnostics and improve cost efficiency within the UK’s health system.

Could you have an iodine deficiency?

Iodine deficiency in the UK is generally accepted as a health problem from the past, but recent research suggests this may not be the...

Promoting best practices in lower limb wound care

Rachael Lee, Acting Programme Manager of the National Wound Care Strategy Programme (NWCSP), discusses the challenges in wound care provision and the efforts to...

An innovative approach to combatting AMR in India

Could India's innovative strategy against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) set the blueprint for battling AMR worldwide? 

How synthetic data can facilitate AI adoption in government

Despite challenges in AI adoption within the government, synthetic data has proven to be a game-changing tool that can drive innovation while also safeguarding privacy.

Industry-academia collaboration sparks innovation breakthroughs

In the ever-evolving landscape of technological advancement, industry-academia collaboration emerges as a formidable catalyst for innovation breakthroughs.

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