Sector News

A new rapid diagnostic test for COVID-19, developed by a University of Cambridge spinout company and capable of diagnosing the infection in under 90 minutes, is being deployed at Cambridge hospitals, ahead of being launched in hospitals nationwide. The SAMBA II...

The VentilatorChallengeUK consortium is committed to playing its role in delivering both medical ventilator designs to the required specifications and, in conjunction with these other companies, organisations and groups, aid the delivery of additional ventilators to...

We’re leading industry efforts to combat COVID-19 by launching a nation-wide drive to get companies from a range of sectors working together on solutions. Our mission is to accelerate the development of urgently needed products and treatments, such as ventilators,...

A consortium led by Telefonica UK (O2) has been awarded a contract to build 5G accelerators in Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Coventry. The three 5G accelerator facilities, to be called 5PRING, will include demonstration spaces with access to 5G technology, both...

The Government is working closely with Business Representative Organisations and Trade Associations to support the national response to coronavirus, including ensuring messages from Government are heard by all businesses and that business voices are heard by...

techUK, in partnership with the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), relaunched (on 30/03/20) Cyber Exchange - the Government and industry backed platform which helps organisations navigate the UK cyber sector, promoting growth and fostering...

All guidance, information and announcements can be found at GOV.UK. Organisations should pay particular attention to the guidance for employees, employers and businesses which is being updated regularly with the latest advice. The Government is...

The Tech Nation Report has been the UK’s State of the Nation report on tech since 2015. Each year we have monitored the growth of the sector, and provided information about opportunities and challenges.  As emerging and...

In the March 2020 Budget, the Chancellor said that the Budget puts “science, innovation and technology at the heart of the UK’s investment strategy”. Alongside the headlines there were some significant announcements affecting the Science and Innovation Sector. These...

Innovate UK has announced a new wave of Women in Innovation Awards to find and support the UK’s most promising female innovators. Innovate UK has announced a new wave of Women in Innovation Awards to find and support the UK’s most promising female innovators to...

The FinTech sector in Leeds City Region has shown growth in several key areas over the last two years according to a new report published by regional strategy consulting firm Whitecap Consulting. The report analyses the region’s FinTech ecosystem and represents an...

Prime Minister Boris Johnson hosted the Council for Science and Technology at Downing Street. The Prime Minister hosted the Council for Science and Technology at Downing Street on 4 March. Investing in science and talent is a key priority for the Prime Minister. The...

The next generation of world-leading scientists across the UK will benefit from a multi-million-pound government package of investment. Major £179 million government investment will support the next generation of scientists, mathematicians and engineers from all...

Dstl looks to people who've left STEM careers to harness new talent. The Defence Science Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has harnessed the skills of ‘STEM returners’ in its latest round of recruitment. In partnership with the STEM Returners organisation, seven 12-16 week...