Written question asked by Bobby Dean (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 20 March 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 24 March 2025. It was answered by Feryal Clark (Labour) on Friday, 28 March 2025 on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.

Science and Technology

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether his Department is following The UK’s International Technology Strategy, published on 22 March 2023, CP 810.

Answer: The 2023 International Technology Strategy set out an international approach guided by four principles: Open; Responsible; Secure; and Resilient. The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology remains supportive of such principles and continues to prioritise the five critical technologies first outlined in the UK Science and Technology Framework. Collaborating with international partners on technology allows us to access global expertise, accelerate innovation and drive economic growth. For example, Oracle, the US based tech firm, recently announced £3.8 billion of investment in the UK to create jobs, grow the economy, and spur on cloud/ AI development. The forthcoming Industrial Strategy will include more detail on how we are leveraging international partnerships and trade to support this growth driving sector.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 40001
Session: 2024-26
Related items: The UK’s International Technology Strategy
Wednesday, 22 March 2023
Command papers
House of Lords
House of Commons
Grouped for answer: Yes
Subjects: Technology Science
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk