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July 2, 2026

Andy Burnham's plan to overhaul AI strategy sparks backlash

Reports suggest the soon-to-be prime minister is sceptical of recent approaches to data centres and driverless vehicles

Martin Coulter

3 min read

Early plans by Labour leadership contender Andy Burnham to overhaul the UK's approach to AI have sparked a backlash from parts of the country's tech sector, with critics warning a more interventionist strategy could undermine Britain's attractiveness to founders and investors.

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Martin Coulter

Martin Coulter is Sifted's news editor, based in London. You can follow him on LinkedIn and X

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