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£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.

Scotland to host UK’s most powerful supercomputer following £750 million investment

The UK government has announced a significant £750 million investment to build the nation’s most powerful supercomputer in Edinburgh, placing Scotland at the centre of the UK’s drive to lead global innovation in artificial intelligence, scientific research, and economic growth.

Overseas-born ethnic minority NHS staff face career and pay disparities

New research has found that ethnic minority healthcare workers who are also born overseas face a double disadvantage due to the combined effects of ethnicity and migrant status.

AI innovations expected to cut energy bills and boost UK’s clean energy future

Millions of UK households could benefit from warmer homes and lower energy bills, as ten new artificial intelligence (AI) innovations have been selected as finalists for the prestigious Manchester Prize.

Government cuts red tape on EV charging points, streamlining installation for millions

The UK government has unveiled a significant change to driveway law, removing the need for planning applications for EV charging point installations. This move aims to cut red tape and accelerate the country's electric vehicle revolution.

UK selects Rolls-Royse to build small modular nuclear reactors

Rolls-Royse SMR has officially been chosen as the preferred bidder to build the UK's first small modular reactors.

A flood of global tech investments in the UK as government vows to unleash growth

The UK is attracting major global tech investments, from AI to fintech, creating highly-skilled jobs nationwide. Science and Technology Secretary Peter Kyle unveiled this news at London Tech Week, affirming the government's commitment to tech as a central pillar of its growth strategy.

UK accelerates self‑driving vehicle trials to spring 2026

The UK Government has announced that pilots of self-driving taxi- and bus-like services will be brought forward by a year to spring 2026, attracting investment and making the UK one of the world leaders in this technology.

UK strives to become a global leader in AI-driven drug discovery

The UK Government is pushing itself to become a world leader in AI-powered drug discovery with new investments and global partnerships announced during London's Tech Week.

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