Insights

The government has published its new Freedom from Violence and Abuse Strategy, setting out a ten-year, cross-government approach to tackling violence against women and girls and child sexual abuse. The strategy outlines new commitments on prevention, policing, victim support and the responsible use of technology, with clear implications for industry and public services.

Welcome to this week’s update on the fast-moving world of global trade, digital policy, and transatlantic relations. Here’s what’s shaping the global agenda right now. 

techUK has sent a letter, backed by other trade associations including RenewableUK, REA, Energy UK, CBI, Make UK, and ADE, to the Treasury Committee Chair calling for an inquiry into energy bill levy reform.

This has been an unprecedented year for cyber security in the UK. The Cyber Resilience programme has worked closely with members to ensure industry is kept informed on the national conversations taking place across the sector. This Year in Review provides a snapshot of our activity throughout 2025.

Overview of the Pall Mall Process and consultation

On Thursday 18th December the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology’s (DSIT)’s AI Security Institute (AISI) announced the publication of its inaugural Frontier AI Trends Report. 

Defence Programme Manager Jeremy Wimble looks back at the changes to UK Defence in 2025.

Following sustained calls from techUK, the UK rejoins Erasmus+.