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March 18, 2026

Can Rachel Reeves stop the UK’s deeptech startups drifting abroad?

UK finance minister Rachel Reeves this week announced a package of support for the UK's quantum companies. But is it enough?


Freya Pratty and Tom Nugent

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UK finance minister Rachel Reeves this week unveiled billions of pounds worth of support for the country’s tech ecosystem, vowing to stem the flow of promising startups “drifting abroad”. 

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Freya Pratty

Freya Pratty is Sifted's associate editor. She covers UK tech and leads Sifted's investigations. Follow her on X , LinkedIn and Bluesky

Tom Nugent

Tom Nugent is Sifted’s managing editor. He covers university spinouts and robotics. Follow him on X and LinkedIn

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