Written question asked by Chi Onwurah (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 20 April 2026. It was answered by Kanishka Narayan (Labour) on Monday, 27 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.
Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technology: North East
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps her Department is taking to encourage (a) UK and (b) international technology firms to invest in AI and digital innovation clusters in the North East of England.
- Answer
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The Government is committed to driving regional growth by attracting AI and digital investment across the UK, including in the North East of England. The North East AI Growth Zone will provide secure, dedicated compute infrastructure, supporting innovation and productivity and helping to unlock significant long‑term economic growth. The Zone has already attracted substantial private investment, including £10 billion from Blackstone.
Alongside this, we are investing up to £500 million through the Local Innovation Partnerships Fund to grow high‑potential innovation clusters in 17 regions across the UK. This includes £30 million for the North East, empowering local leaders to target R&D investment, attract private funding and create jobs.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 127451
- Session
- 2024-26
- Transferred
- Yes
- Subjects
- Digital technology Investment Innovation North East Artificial intelligence
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- 2026-05-26 16:43:42 +0100
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