techUK Life Sciences Working Group: introducing our 2026 priorities and work programme

techUK’s Life Sciences Working Group is pleased to share its 2026 priorities and work programme – a member driven plan shaped through nominations, consultation and a strategic planning session held at the end of 2025.

This year, the Group will focus on driving forward the delivery of the Life Sciences Sector Plan, working hand‑in‑hand with Government, system leaders and industry partners. Members have identified three priority areas where the UK technology sector is uniquely positioned to accelerate progress and unlock impact.

Our mission for 2026

Our mission is clear: to mobilise the technology industry as a delivery partner to Government and the wider life sciences sector.

We aim to act as a convening force across the ecosystem—bringing together digital health innovators, pharma, biotech, MedTech SMEs, researchers, clinicians and policymakers—to develop practical solutions, foster collaboration, and amplify the expertise of techUK members.

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Get involved

2026 will be a pivotal year for the UK life sciences sector, with major opportunities to influence how data, AI and digital technologies shape the future of research, regulation and innovation.

We encourage members – whether long-standing contributors or new to the Group –to participate actively, share insights and help drive progress.

If you would like to join the Working Group, contribute case studies, or participate in a task and finish group, please get in touch with the techUK team via [email protected].

Rachel Kennedy

Programme Manager Health and Social Care, techUK

Rachel joined techUK in December 2024, as a Programme Manager in the Health and Social Care team.

Prior to this, Rachel worked at a specialist health and social care public affairs agency, working with a range of organisations and trade bodies across the medical technology, pharmaceutical, digital health and social care sectors. As well as this, Rachel was part of the Secretariat for a number of health and care related All-Party Parliamentary Groups.

Rachel has a Masters in Global Governance and Diplomacy from the University of Leeds, as well as a first-class honours in Politics BA from Newcastle University.

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Health and Social Care Programme activities

techUK is helping its members navigate the complex space of digital health in the UK to ensure our NHS and social care sector is prepared for the challenges of the future. We help validate new ideas and build impactful strategies, ultimately ensuring that members are market-ready. Visit the programme page here.