Policy paper
Science and Technology Framework
An enduring, systems-level approach to driving government ambition and growth through science and technology.
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The Science and Technology (S&T) Framework provides a holistic set of 10 critical levers that government can use to embed a full range of considerations into decision-making:
- Developing and deploying critical technologies
- Signalling UK strengths and ambitions
- Investment in research and development
- Talent and skills
- Financing innovative science and technology companies
- Procurement
- International opportunities
- Research and innovation infrastructure (physical and digital)
- Regulation and standards
- Innovative public sector
The government is committed to applying these levers to ensure that S&T is at the centre of delivering our core priorities including the National Missions and Plan for Change and the Industrial Strategy.
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Published 28 April 2025