UK Industrial Strategy Signals Renewed Focus on Innovation, Digital Skills, and Pro-Growth Regulation – Center for Data Innovation
LONDON—In response to the UK government’s release of its new Industrial Strategy and the accompanying Digital and Technologies Sector Plan, the Center for Data Innovation released the following statement from Ayesha Bhatti, head of digital policy for the UK and EU:
The UK’s new Industrial Strategy and accompanying Digital and Technologies Sector Plan mark a decisive step toward leveraging innovation for UK productivity. The government’s focus on technology and AI adoption, skills development, and digital infrastructure across all priority sectors is particularly welcome. The commitment to regulatory reform and data access reflects an understanding that economic competitiveness depends on more agile, forward-thinking policymaking. This announcement is a positive signal that the UK is serious about fostering a dynamic innovation ecosystem fit for the future.
Contact: Nicole Hinojosa, press@datainnovation.org