Vision Paper

Technology and the Future of Britain: Ten Uncomfortable Truths for Policymakers

Sam Sharps Executive Director, Technology and Public Policy


September 26, 2022
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Today, all policy is “tech policy”, and our vision for the Future of Britain puts technology at the heart of solving the country’s biggest challenges – from improving health care and education to reaching net zero and powering economic prosperity. But too often, policymakers miss the centrality of tech to modern politics. This must change.

The UK urgently needs to stimulate economic growth and overhaul its public services, but it also has a freer hand in setting regulations and policy than many comparable countries.

Now is the time to embrace a bold new reality and integrate the opportunities of the tech revolution into every area of government. Our new vision paper examines ten reasons why.

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