techUK’s annual Policy Conference is a flagship moment in the UK tech policy calendar, bringing together senior figures from across Westminster, Whitehall, regulators, industry and academia to address the big questions facing the technology sector.
Now a well-established annual event, the conference provides a space for evidence-based discussion on how the UK can remain a leading place to develop, invest in and deploy new technologies. Taking place at a time of economic pressure, rapid technological change and an evolving political landscape, the 2026 conference will focus on how the UK turns ambition into delivery. As government and industry look to drive growth, strengthen public trust and navigate global uncertainty, the conference will explore what a credible, long-term approach to tech policy should look like.
This year’s programme is united by a common thread: how the UK can stay globally competitive while ensuring technology delivers real benefits for people, businesses and public services. Through panels, keynotes, and conversations, the conference will examine not only where the UK tech sector is heading, but the policy choices that will shape its future.
Featured speakers
Rt Hon Liz Kendall MP
Kate Forbes MSP
Ben Spencer MP
Zia Yusuf
This conference will explore a range of critical topics, such as:
- Regulating for Innovation
- The Digital ID
- Responsible AI adoption
- Digital Sovereignty
- Diversity and inclusion across the technology sector
The day will conclude with a drinks reception, providing an opportunity to network with policymakers, regulators, industry leaders and academics from across Westminster, Whitehall and beyond.
Event details:
Timings: 09:00 - 17:00
Ticket prices:
- techUK member ticket - free
- Public sector - free
- Non-member ticket - £170.00 + VAT
Please note for techUK members (suppliers) we are limiting tickets to two per organisation for the moment.
* There will be some limited free tickets to key stakeholders and media, please contact the techUK team for more details*
Please note: a refund will be given on cancellations received in writing 6 weeks prior to the event. Regrettably no refunds can be given after this date. Full terms and conditions can be viewed here.
If you need any support when booking your tickets, please contact [email protected]
For more information, please contact:
Alice Campbell
Alice Campbell
As Head of Public Affairs, Alice supports techUK’s strategic engagement with Westminster, Whitehall and beyond. She regularly works to engage with ministers, members of the UK’s parliaments and senior civil servants on techUK’s work advocating for the role of technology in the UK’s economy as well as wider society.
Alice joined techUK in 2022. She has experience working at both a political monitoring company, leading on the tech, media and telecoms portfolio there, and also as an account manager in a Westminster-based public affairs agency. She has a degree from the University of Sheffield in Politics and Philosophy.
- Email:
- [email protected]
Oliver Alderson
Oliver Alderson
Oliver is a Junior Policy Manager at techUK, working across Public Affairs and Digital Regulation policy. He supports the organisation’s engagement with government and parliament, contributes to shaping techUK’s regulatory agenda, and plays a key role in coordinating political outreach, policy projects, and flagship events.
He joined techUK in November 2023 as a Team Assistant to the Policy and Public Affairs team, before stepping into his current role. He has been closely involved in efforts to ensure the tech sector’s voice is heard in the policymaking process.
Oliver holds a Master’s in Policy Research from the University of Bristol and a BSc in Policy from Swansea University. During his studies, he contributed to mental health research as a Student Research Assistant for the SMaRteN network.
Outside of work, Oliver is a keen debater and remains active in the UK debating community, having previously led the Swansea University Debating Union. He enjoys exploring complex issues from multiple perspectives and values clear, thoughtful communication in policy discussions.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 07505 890 596
- LinkedIn:
- https://uk.linkedin.com/in/oliver-alderson-a51312180
Margot Stumm
Margot Stumm
Margot joined techUK in September 2022 as the Head of Events and Sponsorship, running the event programme for our flagship events, such as the techUK Annual Dinner, Defence Ethics Summit, Building the Smarter State etc
Prior to this role, Margot managed events and external affairs for the Centre for Policy Studies, a political think tank in Westminster and also worked at the D Group, a London-based business membership organisation, where she was responsible for the events programme, account management and business strategy.
She holds a BA in Technical Translation in English, French and Spanish from Paris 7 - Denis Diderot and a MA in International Relations from the London Metropolitan University.
Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, going to concerts and snowboarding.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Twitter:
- @margot_stumm,@margot_stumm
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/margot-stumm-82ba15128
Dora Pass
Dora Pass
Dora joined techUK in October 2019 as an Events Assistant, coordinating and delivering our flagship events.
Prior to joining the team, Dora worked as a Senior Events Coordinator at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors at Parliament Square managing conferences and high profile ministerial events.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 020 7331 2003
