UK Government

World-first UK trial launched for fridge-free vaccine

An innovative fridge-free vaccine will enter its first-in-human clinical trial at the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Southampton Clinical Research Facility.

£16m funding for flood protection for farmers and rural communities

The UK Government has announced an additional £16 million funding boost for internal draining boards (IBDs) to boost farm and rural flood protection.

UK Government and CPE agree on record funding deal to expand pharmacy services

Patients will benefit from new pharmacy services, as the Government and Community Pharmacy England (CPE) agree on a £617m investment.

NHS England abolishment: Health Tech leaders react to Starmer’s bold restructuring

PM Keir Starmer announces plans to abolish NHS England, shifting healthcare administration back under government control.

Schneider electric addresses sustainability challenges for government use of AI

The potential for AI to deliver a new generation of citizen-centric public services and efficient governance is too great to ignore, but how can it be done while decarbonising and ensuring sustainability goals?

Tom Adeyoola as the new Executive Chair of Innovate UK

The UK government has a newly appointed tech entrepreneur Tom Adeyoola as Executive Chair of Innovate UK.

Government demands councils take action on potholes

The UK government hopes to start tackling the country’s ongoing pothole problem; they will offer local councils £1.6 billion in funding to repair roads and fill potholes.

Government unveils £2 billion investment to build 18,000 new affordable homes

The Government has announced a £2 billion investment to help support the creation of up to 18,000 new social and affordable homes.

IBM and UK Government join forces to diversify and strengthen cybersecurity and workforce

Working alongside IBM, the UK government is strengthening its efforts to diversify and support the nation's cybersecurity workforce.

UK and China restart climate change dialogue to tackle the global crisis

The UK and China have come together to discuss important matters regarding climate change, hoping to address the global challenge of climate emergency.

UK defence exporters set to benefit from £2 billion increase in lending capacity

The UK government is set to boost its support for defence exporters with a £2 billion increase in the lending capacity of UK Export Finance (UKEF).

Keir Starmer announces abolition of NHS England to cut bureaucracy and focus on patient care

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to abolish NHS England, hoping to cut down on unnecessary bureaucracy and bring the health service back under central government control.

Cyber Security Sectoral Analysis 2025 reveals explosive growth

A surge in revenue and employment highlights the UK's booming cyber security sector. A new government report, 'Cyber Security Sectoral Analysis 2025' reveals significant growth, with £13.2 billion in revenue, and 6,600 new jobs, solidifying the UK's position as a cyber leader.

UK Government’s warm homes scheme to boost energy efficiency and cut carbon emissions

A Government initiative, The Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme, is set to start in 2025. This scheme aims to improve energy efficiency and reduce the carbon emissions of homes in England.

UKRI launches a £12 Million scheme to strengthen sustainable aquaculture in Southeast Asia

Through UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), the UK Government has announced a £12 million funding scheme to develop sustainable and resilient aquaculture systems across Southeast Asia.

UK announces new scheme to help households near electricity pylons save on bills

The UK Government has announced a new scheme allowing households near new or upgraded electricity pylons to save up to £250 annually for the next decade.

Government announces new digital funding to drive innovation and efficiency

The UK government hopes to improve innovation and public services by announcing its plans to change how digital projects and AI experiments are funded in the public sector.

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