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    Nations and Regions Hub Economic growth and productivity is reliant on digital investment in our nations and regions.
    Digital regulation techUK lead the industry to inform and shape how Government approaches new regulation so that we can build a better digital society.
    Digital economy At techUK, our aim is to ensure the UK remains one of the best places to start and grow a tech firm with benefits for our people, society, economy and planet.
    International policy and trade Advocating for ambitious digital trade chapters in UK's trade agreements, that build on and go beyond newly established principles of digital trade. In a rapidly digitising world, getting digital trade right will be essential.
    Jobs and skills To make sure that the UK is a world-leading digital economy that works for everyone, it is crucial that people have the digital skills needed for life and work.
    Industrial Strategy Hub The Industrial Strategy Hub brings together techUK's work on the Industrial Strategy and Spending Review 2025.
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    Climate Action Hub techUK is committed to helping our members, our sector, and all other industries to reach net zero.
    Innovation Hub techUK is central to the UK’s innovation ecosystem. We champion emerging technologies as an integral part of the UK economy.
    AI Hub techUK’s Seizing the AI Opportunity campaign showcases the opportunities and benefits of AI.
    Cyber resilience techUK brings together key players across the cyber sector to promote leading-edge UK capabilities, build networks and grow the sector.
    5G communications 5G is the digital fabric of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, enabling the delivery of new and exciting services into areas such as utilities, mobility and healthcare.
    Quantum Quantum computing has been identified as a key emerging and transformative technology that will have an impact on the UK’s long term digital and economic future.
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    Future Telecoms Hub techUK is shining a spotlight on the technologies, products and services that will shape the connectivity of tomorrow.
    Central government techUK aims to lead debate on new technologies and provide a forum for government to engage with tech suppliers.
    Data centres Data centres provide the core infrastructure that underpins all digital activity across government, business and community.
    Defence The Defence programme works to help the UK’s Defence technology sector align itself with the MOD.
    Health and social care With health and care systems around the globe facing increasing pressures, the use of digital technology has never been more important.
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    Become a member Get in touch to learn more about the many benefits that techUK membership can bring to your business.
    About us techUK brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes that digital technology can achieve.
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    President's Awards 2025 The President's Awards celebrate individuals within techUK member companies who are going above and beyond to make a difference to the world around them.
    Member opportunities This hub features exclusive tenders, partnerships, funding calls, and more, helping you stay informed and connected to new business prospects.
    Flagship and sponsored events techUK offers a diverse range of flagship and sponsored events across various industries, providing opportunities for members to network, showcase expertise, and engage with industry leaders to maximise their impact within the tech community.
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  3. EdTech 2030 - Emerging Modalities Working Group

EdTech 2030 - Emerging Modalities Working Group

This group leverages the UK’s leadership in pedagogy, technology, and gaming to drive innovation in education. It addresses AI’s transformative potential, supports immersive and gamified learning, and unites fragmented EdTech systems.

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This group is open to techUK members only. Find out more about the benefits of techUK membership, on our Become a Member page.

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The EdTech 2030 - Emerging Modalities Working Group leverages the UK’s leadership in pedagogy, technology, and gaming to drive innovation in education. It addresses AI’s transformative potential, supports immersive and gamified learning, and unites fragmented EdTech systems to accelerate growth domestically and globally.

Key areas of focus:

  • Scaling AI-driven personalised learning – Exploring how AI can enhance adaptive learning, assessment, and career navigation, creating more responsive, individualised education pathways.
  • Advancing immersive and gamified learning – Building on insights from the UK’s gaming, AI, and pedagogy sectors to create high-impact, research-backed learning experiences.
  • Eliminating silos through the "One EdTech" campaign – Unifying the UK’s fragmented EdTech ecosystem, ensuring stronger links between schools, universities, training providers, and industry.
  • Supporting EdTech growth in domestic and international markets – Ensuring the UK’s EdTech sector has the investment, policy support, and market access needed to scale.

For more information please contact:

Austin Earl

Austin Earl

Programme Manager, Education and EdTech, techUK

Austin Earl

Austin Earl

Programme Manager, Education and EdTech, techUK

Austin leads techUK’s Education and EdTech programme, shaping strategies that support the digital transformation of schools, colleges, and universities. His work focuses on strengthening the UK’s education technology ecosystem, enhancing core technology foundations, and advancing the adoption of emerging technologies to improve educational outcomes.

Austin also chairs the EdTech Advisory Panel for AI in Education, contributing to national discussions on the future of EdTech, AI, and the UK's Education system.

Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
07891 743 932
Website:
www.techuk.org
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-spencer-earl/
Francesca Richiusa

Francesca Richiusa

Programme Team Assistant for Public Sector Markets, techUK

Francesca Richiusa

Francesca Richiusa

Programme Team Assistant for Public Sector Markets, techUK

Fran serves as the Programme Team Assistant within techUK’s Public Sector Market Programmes, where she is responsible for delivering comprehensive team support, managing administrative functions, and fostering strong relationships with members.

Prior to joining techUK in May 2025, Fran built a meaningful career in the charitable and local government sectors. She worked extensively with both victims and perpetrators of crime, and notably led the coordination of Domestic Homicide Reviews across Surrey—an initiative aimed at identifying lessons and preventing future incidents of domestic abuse.

Outside of work, Fran is an avid traveller and a proud cat mum who enjoys unwinding with her feline companions.

 

Email:
[email protected]
Website:
www.techuk.org/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-richiusa/

Education and EdTech Programme activities

techUK’s Education and EdTech programme seeks to address this challenges by bridging the gap between education, the tech industry, and policymakers. We ensure that education institutions can effectively adopt technology that enhances learning, streamlines operations, and supports skills development. Visit the programme page here

Introducing techUK’s New Education and EdTech Council

We are delighted to announce the successful candidates elected to techUK’s inaugural Education and EdTech Council.

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Upcoming events

11 September 2025

Inside the AI Content Store: Updates and feedback session for techUK members

London Workshop
22 September 2025

Digital Maturity Gap in Education - Stakeholder Gathering

London Workshop
30 September 2025

AI Preparedness: Strategy, Culture and Infrastructure for Universities

Snowflake London Office, 3 Crown Place, London, EC2A 4EB Conference

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What the government’s 2025 Industrial Strategy tells us about its approach to skills and education policy.

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14 May 2025

Advancing sustainable technology practices in schools

Technology has a powerful role to play in making education more sustainable, and so we need your insights. Share what’s working (and what isn’t) to help shape greener, more affordable tech practices across schools and colleges.

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13 May 2025

Publication of the Scottish Government’s Programme for Government

Last week, First Minister John Swinney delivered the 2025-2026 Programme for Government to the Scottish Parliament.

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Meet the team

Austin Earl

Austin Earl

Programme Manager, Education and EdTech, techUK

Austin Earl

Austin Earl

Programme Manager, Education and EdTech, techUK

Austin leads techUK’s Education and EdTech programme, shaping strategies that support the digital transformation of schools, colleges, and universities. His work focuses on strengthening the UK’s education technology ecosystem, enhancing core technology foundations, and advancing the adoption of emerging technologies to improve educational outcomes.

Austin also chairs the EdTech Advisory Panel for AI in Education, contributing to national discussions on the future of EdTech, AI, and the UK's Education system.

Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
07891 743 932
Website:
www.techuk.org
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-spencer-earl/
Francesca Richiusa

Francesca Richiusa

Programme Team Assistant for Public Sector Markets, techUK

Francesca Richiusa

Francesca Richiusa

Programme Team Assistant for Public Sector Markets, techUK

Fran serves as the Programme Team Assistant within techUK’s Public Sector Market Programmes, where she is responsible for delivering comprehensive team support, managing administrative functions, and fostering strong relationships with members.

Prior to joining techUK in May 2025, Fran built a meaningful career in the charitable and local government sectors. She worked extensively with both victims and perpetrators of crime, and notably led the coordination of Domestic Homicide Reviews across Surrey—an initiative aimed at identifying lessons and preventing future incidents of domestic abuse.

Outside of work, Fran is an avid traveller and a proud cat mum who enjoys unwinding with her feline companions.

 

Email:
[email protected]
Website:
www.techuk.org/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-richiusa/

 

 

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