Innovation Hertfordshire 2025-05-14
2025-05-14
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Q1
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The question follows the Secretary of State's statement about investment in research and development. The MP references a visit to the British Standards Institution (BSI) in Hemel Hempstead, which found that 78% of UK companies increase turnover and productivity due to BSI standards.
What steps are the Government taking to support more companies to adopt and certify standards such as the BSI’s AI management systems standards so that we can grow the UK tech sector and enable innovation and collaboration safely and securely?
I am extremely grateful for my hon. Friend’s question; it shows how diligently and assiduously he is working for the businesses in his constituency. I can assure him that high standards lead to their adoption, and this Government are committed to the very highest of standards.
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Assessment & feedback
The Secretary did not provide specific actions or funding details on encouraging companies to adopt BSI’s AI management systems standards.
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Q2
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The Minister previously visited Northern Ireland and showed a personal interest in cyber-security there. This question seeks information on the opportunities for collaboration between Hertfordshire and Northern Ireland.
Has he had the opportunity to interact with companies in Northern Ireland to ensure that we can benefit from the expansion of the cyber-security industry?
I am grateful for the hon. Gentleman’s recognition that I have a personal commitment to Northern Ireland, which I recently visited for the second time. This Government are committed to cyber-security right across the United Kingdom. The budgets for it and their application are subject to Barnett consequentials. I know that he will be working with the devolved Administration to ensure that that money is spent wisely, and in central Government they will have the partner they need.
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Assessment & feedback
The Secretary mentioned a general commitment to cyber-security without providing specific details on interactions or opportunities for collaboration between Hertfordshire and Northern Ireland firms.
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