House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Secure, resilient and innovative advanced connectivity technologies: The government’s response to the Telecoms Supply Chain Advisory Council Report
26 March 2025 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Proposed by Chris Bryant Lab Rhondda and Ogmore
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At a glance
Key points
- The government will work with industry to implement measures outlined in the Telecoms Supply Chain Diversification Advisory Council's report
- A new Advanced Connectivity Technologies Council will be established
- The government commits to advanced connectivity technologies as a key growth market in the Industrial Strategy
Issue summary
This statement addresses the government's response to the Telecoms Supply Chain Diversification Advisory Council’s report on risks in advanced connectivity technology supply chains.
Action requested
The minister announces that the government will work with industry to implement measures outlined in the report, establish a new Advanced Connectivity Technologies Council, and commit to advanced connectivity technologies as a key growth market in the Industrial Strategy.
Key facts
- The Telecoms Supply Chain Diversification Advisory Council provided recommendations on managing risks in supply chains for advanced connectivity technologies.
- A new Advanced Connectivity Technologies Council will be established to inform government efforts.
- The UK aims to increase its share of technologies developed domestically and expand its role in the global supply chain.