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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Friday, 27 March 2026
The Robotics Advisory Group is seeking applicants for the role of co-chair and external expert advisors....
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
People and businesses in Barnsley will gain AI skills and benefit from shorter hospital waiting lists through new government pilots in the UK’s first ...
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Investment will back local talent advancing creative technologies like computer games and virtual reality to drive new products and grow the economy....
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Government pilots social media bans, time limits and digital curfews in 300 teenage homes to inform national consultation on children's online safety....
Tuesday, 24 March 2026
More than a million people including the elderly, unemployed, and people living in rural communities have benefited from the combined efforts of gover...
Tuesday, 17 March 2026
UK unveils new package of measures to become the first country in the world to roll out Quantum computers at scale....
Friday, 13 March 2026
People across England and Wales can find out if they are due a government-backed broadband upgrade with new gigabit address checker....
Thursday, 12 March 2026
Women at every stage of their careers are set to benefit from new government measures announced today, aimed at boosting female participation in tech....
Wednesday, 11 March 2026
Research funders urged to back a voluntary charter including commitments to paid maternity leave for PhD students and more help to return to work and ...
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....
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Joint Statement on Lebanon
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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office UN Human Rights Council 61: EoV for Item 7
The Charity Commission Regulator?freezes?Christian charity’s assets?after accounting concerns?