John Healey: “This new era for defence required further investment through the Defence Investment Plan.”

Britain is home to some of the most innovative AI companies in the world, and this Government is backing them to start, scale and succeed here in the UK.

As G20 countries seek to make the most of AI opportunities, I’m determined Britain has a lead role in harnessing this technology to drive more jobs, better public services, and growth that’s UK-wide.

This first-of-its-kind competition will help make sure more of the benefits of AI are felt in every UK postcode.

Our commitment to stand with the Ukrainian people is unshakeable. We will bear down on those propping up Putin’s war as we push to secure a just and lasting peace.