Press Release: Starmer Unveils Ambitious AI Strategy at London Tech Week
London, UK – In a bold start to London Tech Week, Prime Minister Keir Starmer outlined a transformative vision for artificial intelligence (AI), promising that technology can forge a better future for British families. Opening the event, Starmer emphasized the responsibility of ministers to reassure parents that advancements in tech will enhance their children’s lives.
In his address, Starmer acknowledged societal anxieties surrounding AI’s impact on employment and daily life, stating, “we can look every parent in the eye and say ‘look what technology can deliver for you’.” He highlighted the potential for technology to spur financial growth, create quality jobs, and improve public services.
Among several policy announcements, Starmer revealed a £1 billion funding boost for AI infrastructure, which will enhance the microchips, processing units, and cabling essential for AI systems. A new AI planning tool called “Extract,” powered by Google’s Gemini AI model, was also introduced. This tool aims to streamline the planning system, reduce bureaucracy, and expedite housing decisions for working families.
In a bid to prepare the UK workforce for the future, Starmer announced the “TechFirst” initiative, a £187 million program dedicated to teaching AI skills in schools. He aims to train 7.5 million workers by the end of the decade, ensuring that British citizens are equipped for the jobs of tomorrow.
Joining him on stage, Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, praised the UK as a global leader in AI research and innovation. Starmer concluded by reiterating the importance of seizing the opportunity presented by technology, emphasizing that MPs must assure families of the positive changes ahead. As the government gears up for a crucial spending review, the commitment to an inclusive tech-driven future remains at the forefront of Starmer’s agenda.
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