10-year Infrastructure Strategy: It was also announced in October 2024 that alongside the multi-year Spending Review, expected in Spring or early Summer, the Government will also publish a ten-year national infrastructure strategy which will outline the Government's approach to core economic infrastructure including transport, energy and housing.
The article "Tech Policy: A Year in Review 2024" by techUK provides an overview of the significant developments in technology policy over the past year. It highlights the UK government's focus on digital transformation, cybersecurity, and AI regulation. Key points include the introduction of the Online Safety Bill, which aims to make the UK the safest place in the world to be online, and the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill, which seeks to update data protection laws post-Brexit. The review also discusses the government's efforts to bolster the UK's tech sector through initiatives like the National AI Strategy, aiming to position the UK as a global leader in AI. Additionally, there's mention of international cooperation on tech policy, particularly in areas like data flows and cybersecurity, as well as the ongoing debate around digital ethics, privacy, and the balance between innovation and regulation. The article concludes by noting the increasing importance of tech policy in shaping economic, social, and political landscapes, with techUK playing a pivotal role in advocating for a balanced approach to these issues.
Science & Technology
Wed, January 15, 2025 
