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UKRI: How the UK built a quantum technology nation

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Briefings

A UKRI evaluation found that a decade of coordinated quantum investment created over 2,000 skilled jobs, supported 74 spinouts, and attracted an estimated £482 million in private investment. The programme generated £547 million in benefits against £442 million in costs, with benefits projected through 2030-31. The National Quantum Technologies Showcase 2026 in London will feature over 3,500 delegates exploring quantum tech applications. Local ecosystems in cities like Oxford and Bristol grew around research hubs, with additional £4m in capital equipment for research infrastructure. Applications include medical diagnostics, climate monitoring, and secure data networks.

Key points

• A decade of coordinated UK quantum investment created more than 2,000 highly skilled jobs and supported 74 spinout companies.
• The programme generated an estimated £547 million in benefits against £442 million in costs, with benefits projected through 2030-31.

Context

UKRI evaluated a decade of coordinated quantum investment, finding that coordination, sustained funding, and an integrated hub model drove progress. The National Quantum Technologies Showcase 2026 in London will feature over 3,500 delegates exploring quantum tech applications. Local ecosystems in cities like Oxford and Bristol grew around research hubs, with additional £4m in capital equipment for research infrastructure.

Limitations

Evaluation estimates include private investment and benefits projected through 2030-31. Specific city locations for local ecosystems are mentioned as examples rather than exhaustive lists. Some application details like medical diagnostics and climate monitoring are described without specific project names or dates.

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