Government considers regulation ‘shake-up’ in the face of new transport tech
A “once in a generation” review is being carried out to reform regulation in transport, with the view to better foster new technologies.
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UK will have an “independent policy on data protection”, but will seek adequacy decision from EU
This week the government set out its negotiating position for the forthcoming Brexit trade talks. The impression is that the UK will be going its own way, even on data protection.
DCMS’s post-Brexit data protection intentions would leave Einstein confused
When asked about Britain’s intentions for data protection policy in a post-Brexit world, a DCMS data chief preferred to ponder on physics...
The impact of GDPR - 160,000 breach notifications in Europe and €114m in fines
GDPR came into force across the EU at the end of May 2018, introducing a new age of data protection requirements on business.
Government should force social media companies to hand over data for research
A new report released by the Royal College of Psychiatrists also argues that a government tax on social media companies needs to go further.
Secretary of State for Digital outlines government’s five principles to make ‘tech work for every citizen’
Baroness Morgan delivers a speech this week that argues for pro-innovation regulation, whilst ensuring benefits are reaped widely and fairly.
Institute for Government - Brexit will not be ‘done’ in 2020, time for implementation needed
A new report by think tank Institute for Government states that the hard work really begins after 31st January 2020.
Government needs to put science and engineering at “forefront of thinking”
A new report from the Government Office for Science and HM Treasury also notes that if benefits are going to be gained, then a big cultural shift is needed.
Prime Minister orders review of ‘Whitehall waste’ ahead of March Budget
Boris Johnson and Chancellor Sajid Javid told Ministers in a Cabinet meeting to root out any waste not aligned and to focus on government priorities.
NHSX CEO says ‘we’re listening’ - £40m announced to reduce login times across NHS
The NHS ‘logins project’ will require IT system suppliers standardise logins and also for local and national systems to be integrated.
How can UK policy safely exploit the autonomous aviation market?
Chris Middleton examines how the benefits of unmanned aviation will largely come down to how well the technologies are managed.
Competition regulator raises ‘serious concerns’ about Amazon’s investment in Deliveroo
Back in May it was announced that Amazon would lead a $575 million funding round in food delivery business, Deliveroo.
Financial regulators warn banks about their future management of tech failures
The Bank of England (BoE), Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have published a policy summary on new requirements.
National Infrastructure Commission for Wales identifies key themes for country’s future
The Commission is calling for interested parties to submit their views on infrastructure plans, which focus on digital communications, energy and transport.
