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Central Government Council

Elected

Our Central Government Council represents technology suppliers working with government. We lead the debate on new technologies, help optimise the use of existing capabilities and strengthen engagement between industry, government departments and the centre. The Council helps set the strategic direction of our Central Government programme, reflecting member priorities and providing a forum for the public sector to engage with industry.

How the Council works

  • Open to: Elected techUK members working with government.
  • Focus: Setting the strategic direction of our Central Government programme and reflecting member priorities.
  • Engagement: We bring industry and the public sector together to discuss priorities, new technologies and opportunities.
  • Outputs: Our work helps shape programme activity, initiatives and engagement with government.
  • Membership: Members are appointed through an election process.
Group Contact
  • Heather Cover-KusHeather Cover-KusAssociate Director, Central Government & EducationtechUK
  • Ellie HuckleEllie HuckleProgramme Manager - Central GovernmenttechUK
  • Charles BaumanCharles BaumanJunior Programme Manager - Central GovernmenttechUK
Chair and Vice Chair
  • Giles HartwrightGiles HartwrightPartnerIBM United Kingdom Limited
  • Abigail WyndhamAbigail WyndhamAccount DirectorStellarmann
  • Henry RexHenry RexDirector, Government RelationsOpencast

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5 October 2026London
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Women in Tech: building inclusive pathways in technology

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