How to support the UK’s fast-growing tech ecosystem is a key policy concern for parties across the political spectrum ahead of a general election next year — especially amid wider macroeconomic concerns.
Analysis
October 18, 2023
The brains behind UK Labour’s tech policy
Sifted has compiled a list of the top influencers crafting Labour’s tech policy
5 min read
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