UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves visited the NQCC at Harwell to announce new funding aimed at strengthening the UK’s quantum computing sector. She highlighted the importance of retaining top quantum talent and positioning the UK as a global leader in this transformative field. Speaking to the BBC, the Chancellor underscored how her growth plan reflects the benefits of stability and a “strategic and active state.” Read more.
Joining the visit, the Secretary of State at the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology Liz Kendall reinforced the government’s commitment to quantum innovation. In conversation with The Guardian, she made it clear that the UK will not take a “back seat” in shaping the future of this critical technology. Read more.
During their time at the NQCC, both Ministers engaged with our quantum researchers, application engineers, and wider team – exploring first-hand how quantum computing is set to revolutionise real-world applications across industries.
This visit comes as NQCC ramps up its technical performance evaluation following the deployment of seven state-of-the-art quantum computing testbeds. These systems play a vital role in accelerating the development of the UK’s quantum capabilities and infrastructure.
“By bringing together a diverse range of quantum computing platforms under one roof, the NQCC is helping to drive technology scale-up and end-user early adoption. The testbed initiative sets a marker for UK ambition in quantum computing. Today’s announcement further demonstrates government intent to anchor and scale quantum companies in the UK.” This initiative continues to attract significant national and international attention – further reinforcing the UK’s leadership in the global quantum landscape.
A pioneering programme worth up to £2 billion of government investment announced by the Technology Secretary and the Chancellor today, will ensure the UK stays at the forefront of Quantum innovation. Read the full announcement on the GOV.UK website.