Government news, all in one place
Government news, all in one place
The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology is a UK government department responsible for driving scientific research, technological innovation, and digital infrastructure to support economic growth and public services.
Based on publicly published press releases (last 12 months)
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Tuesday, 10 March 2026
Tech firms must do more to protect women and girls online or face further action, Tech Secretary Liz Kendall warns at major platform roundtable....
Saturday, 07 March 2026
New terrestrial timing signal will ease reliance on satellite systems for digital infrastructure, like mobile phone networks and online banking....
Wednesday, 04 March 2026
Liz Lloyd, Minister for the Digital Economy, spoke at Space-Comm Expo 2026 on Wednesday 4 March 2026....
Wednesday, 04 March 2026
A new UK AI research lab will be created to unlock breakthroughs which could transform healthcare, transport, science and everyday technology....
Monday, 02 March 2026
Government launches a landmark consultation on UK children's digital wellbeing, covering social media age bans, curfews, AI chatbots and gaming....
Thursday, 26 February 2026
The government has launched a new vulnerability monitoring service (VMS) to reduce cyber risks and speed up fixes, and a new Cyber Profession to build...
Thursday, 19 February 2026
OpenAI and Microsoft pledge funding to AI Security Institute’s Alignment Project: an international effort on AI systems that are safe, secure and unde...
Thursday, 19 February 2026
First-ever AI Strategy for UK Research and Innovation marks bold plan to make AI deliver for UK’s cutting-edge science and research efforts....
Thursday, 19 February 2026
New law requires tech platforms to take down non-consensual intimate images within 48 hours or face fines. ...
Thursday, 19 February 2026
Major new backing for medical imaging centres across the UK alongside tidal energy testing expansion in Orkney and cutting-edge materials....
Tuesday, 17 February 2026
A new campaign to provide practical ways for organisations to protect themselves from common online threats. ...
Monday, 16 February 2026
UK and international partners to redouble efforts for AI to transform public services, create jobs and drive renewal for people worldwide at AI Impact...
Friday, 13 February 2026
Liz Lloyd, Minister for the Digital Economy, spoke to techUK Future Telecoms Conference 2026 on 10 February 2026....
Thursday, 12 February 2026
Kanishka Narayan, Minister for AI and Online Safety, spoke at Founders Forum on 10 February 2026....
Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Major telecoms providers sign new charter to end unexpected mid-contract price rises and make social tariffs easier to access, helping millions manage...
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
A new campaign for parents, full of immediate practical advice on how to talk to your children about harmful online content, as the government bolster...
Tuesday, 03 February 2026
The Science and Technology Secretary has written an Op-Ed in the Yorkshire Post on Barnsley becoming the UK's first Tech Town....
Tuesday, 03 February 2026
Scotland will host a new AI Growth Zone in Lanarkshire, supporting more than 3,400 jobs and helping drive economic growth as part of the UK’s Modern I...
Tuesday, 03 February 2026
New partnerships across life sciences, quantum and advanced connectivity....
Tuesday, 03 February 2026
Barnsley named UK’s first Tech Town – with local schools and college, businesses, NHS and more getting bespoke government support to unleash opportuni...
Friday, 30 January 2026
Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, Liz Kendall, delivered a speech at Bio Industry Association on Thursday 29 January 2026....
Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, Liz Kendall, delivered a speech at Bloomberg on Wednesday 28 January 2026....
Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Every adult in the UK is eligible to take free, newly benchmarked courses to gain practical AI skills for work....
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Government sets out key part of its digital transformation agenda, bringing world class talent into Whitehall to modernise essential services....
Monday, 26 January 2026
£36 million government investment into AI supercomputer in Cambridge...
Monday, 26 January 2026
New projects to test how public sector data can be better joined up to improve lives, including through AI, while supercomputing capacity to increase ...
Thursday, 22 January 2026
Digital Minister Liz Lloyd spoke about cyber security and cyber insurance at the British Insurance Brokers Association (BIBA) manifesto launch. ...
Tuesday, 20 January 2026
Liz Lloyd, Minister for the Digital Economy, spoke at the launch of the Software Security Ambassadors Scheme on 15 January 2026....
Monday, 19 January 2026
Government launches consultation on children's social media use and bans phones in schools to protect young people's wellbeing and ensure safer online...
Saturday, 17 January 2026
The government is launching CustomerFirst, a new unit within the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, to modernise public services and i...
Department of Health and Social Care Donna Ockenden appointed to chair Leeds maternity review
Environment Agency Two pollutions cost Chippenham farm more than £18,000
Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street PM call with leaders of Germany and Italy: 9 March 2026
Defence Science and Technology Laboratory UK-first achieved in advanced materials to benefit defence
UK Defence Innovation Blood on demand: UKDI seeks innovations for blood testing in the field