UK Government

UK hopes to lead in global sustainable finance

The UK government is hoping to transform the UK into the world's sustainable finance capital through new transition planning and investment frameworks.

UK Government offer home testing kits for cervical cancer

As part of the 10 Year Health Plan, the UK Government has announced it will offer home-testing kits for cervical cancer screenings.

UK government invests £1 billion into tech innovation and economic growth

The UK government will support its science and technology sectors with over £1 billion in investments to help innovators working in transformative sectors, such as quantum computing, semiconductors, engineering biology, and cybersecurity.

AI breakthrough power expansion of AHRA’s ‘AI Airlock” testing programme

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has announced a significant expansion of its pioneering 'AI Airlock' testing programme, designed to safely trial...

Evaluating the 10-Year Health Plan: Will it turn the tide on current challenges in women’s health?

Dr Ranee Thakar, President of RCOG, emphasises making women’s healthcare a priority in the new 10-Year Health Plan and outlines key questions to assess its impact.

The UK Government launches urgent national NHS maternity investigation

Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting orders a rapid national investigation into NHS maternity and neonatal services.

Justice Digital’s EVOLVE programme success and opportunities

Justice Digital has been encouraging change across the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) through a digital transformation programme called EVOLVE.

Millions of people are expected to receive £150 energy bill discount this winter

Millions of households across the UK will benefit from expanded government support this winter, as the Warm Home Discount scheme is set to include an additional 2.7 million families.

£1 billion boost for offshore wind industry promises thousands of UK jobs

The UK is expected to see a major increase in clean energy investment as Great British Energy (GBE), in collaboration with the UK Government, The Crown Estate, and industry partners, has announced a £1 billion deal to expand the offshore wind supply chain.

MPs vote to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales

In a landmark decision, the UK Government has voted to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales, a legalisation dating back to the Victorian era.

The UK makes a major investment to boost their cyber security

The UK Government has unveiled its new Cyber Growth Action Plan, supported by a £16 million investment to foster innovation.

10-Year NHS Health Plan delivers major boost to UK clinical trials

The government has unveiled a transformative initiative that will empower millions of NHS patients to find and join clinical trials via the NIHR’s “Be Part of Research” portal within the NHS App.

UK Government commits to support farming: £2.7bn annually to drive sustainable agriculture

The UK government has announced a significant financial commitment to support farming and the environment over the next three years.

Achieving data privacy and security through innovation in government

Marc Hoogstad, Head of Product Management at Finworks, guides us through achieving data privacy and security through innovation in government.

Over a quarter of 999 call handlers quit amid rising stress, says Unison

More than a quarter of NHS ambulance call handlers have left their roles in the past three years, according to a new report from Unison.

Tech giants and UK Government launch major AI skills drive for 7.5 million workers

The UK Government has partnered with global technology giants to provide artificial intelligence training to 7.5 million workers by 2030.

The local government structures shake-up: Reorganisation, impact, and technology needs

Mark Gannon, Director of Client Solution at Netcall, discusses the UK Government’s creation of unitary authorities as part of the abolition of the two-tier local government structures in England and the role of technology in this significant reorganisation.

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