Member Reports
31 Aug 2025

6-Month Review: AI Opportunities Action Plan - Report

Six Months On, Are We on Track to Seize the UK’s AI Opportunity? UKAI’s new report, Six-Month Review of the AI Opportunities Action Plan takes a detailed look at what’s been delivered, and what still needs urgent attention, if the UK is to achieve its ambition of becoming a world leader in AI. This is a pivotal moment: the window to lead is narrowing, and decisions made now will shape the UK’s AI future for decades.

 

Inside the Report: Progress, Gaps, and Recommendations
Drawing on industry feedback, government announcements, and UKAI’s independent scoring across ten key policy areas, the review examines how far the UK has come and how far it still has to go. You’ll find:

  • Highlights of major investments, from the £2bn compute infrastructure expansion to the creation of the UK Sovereign AI Unit.
  • Areas where delivery has stalled, including regional adoption, and public engagement.
  • A sector-by-sector analysis of strengths, weaknesses, and risks if action is delayed.
  • Evidence-based assessments from both UKAI and industry members, showing where perceptions and reality align or diverge.

Why This Matters and What Must Happen Next
This review isn’t just about measuring the past six months; it’s about shaping the next phase. UKAI sets out clear recommendations to accelerate progress, close the gap between ambition and delivery, and prioritise urgent actions that will build skills, boost adoption, and strengthen public trust. The UK’s position as a global AI leader depends on moving from strategic intent to operational delivery, fast.
The full report has been shared with UKAI members across the industry and the Government.

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