Tweets from the Government Office for Science, headed by the UK Government Chief Scientific Adviser Prof Dame Angela McLean. Tweets from the GCSA marked as 'AM'
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Bring science and engineering in early – a new strategy to support officials across government.
Hear directly from GCSA Angela McLean as she writes in @CSWnews about what scientists and engineers in government can do for you and how to engage with them👇
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Can new materials help us adapt to climate change?
Advanced composites are being explored as an option. They're strong, light, long‑lasting & have multiple uses.
Learn more in our latest Rapid Technology Assessment👇
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#RTA #ClimateChange #ScienceAdvice
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We're celebrating British Science Week🔬✨
#BSW26 celebrates the curiosity that drives discovery – asking questions, exploring ideas & finding out how the world works. This year's theme is: 'Curiosity: what’s your question?’ Check it out & get involved!
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Happy @UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Celebrating the curiosity, talent and leadership of women across science, engineering and technology. #WomenInScience #GirlsInScience #11February #CelebratingScienceAdvice #WomenInSTEM
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What could childhood look like in 10-20 years? That’s what we’re exploring & we need your views!
We’re producing insights to help shape positive visions for the future of childhood. See what we’ve already discovered & get involved 👇
#FutureOfChildhood #Foresight #ScienceAdvice
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Our latest real-world example shows how evidence‑led collaboration helped @energygovuk turn a complex waste challenge into practical solutions for fairer, cleaner policies.
Read all about it below. 👇 #CelebratingScienceAdvice
ALT Science supporting cleaner waste incineration. Read how science advice helped build fairer and more effective ways to measure and reduce fossil CO2 emissions from waste incineration.
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30 Dec 2025
Congratulations to the outstanding scientists, engineers and innovators recognised in the 2026 New Year Honours! Their work drives progress, informs policy and strengthens the UK’s position as a global leader in science and technology.🧬
#NewYearsHonours #Honours #Science
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22 Dec 2025
📣 Expert in social and behavioural science? Keen to share your expertise with the Prime Minister & Cabinet? Apply now to become a member of the Council for Science and Technology (CST)! 📣
Deadline for applications: 12pm, 19/01/2026.
Details below 👇
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18 Dec 2025
#DidYouKnow that @uksciencechief's advice helped launch the world's 1st financial regulatory sandbox?
A report by the GCSA led to @TheFCA setting up the sandbox, boosting the UK's position as a global FinTech hub.
Link to the report in comments.
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17 Dec 2025
Want to know how science advice shapes the decisions that impact us all? We have just the read for you 🫵
Scientific insights help tackle complex challenges, from public health & economic growth to climate resilience.
Find out more below & join us in #CelebratingScienceAdvice!
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16 Dec 2025
"Delighted to attend the launch of the Women in Tech Taskforce. It's an important step towards opening up more opportunities for women to thrive in tech and innovation, driving inclusive growth in the sector" – AM.
The UK tech sector is thriving - but not for everyone.
Technology Secretary @leicesterliz convened the first meeting of the Women in Tech Taskforce, a flagship initiative to dismantle barriers and unlock the full talent pool.
This taskforce will deliver practical solutions for government and industry to implement side by side.
ALT Liz Kendall meeting the Women in Tech taskforce
ALT Liz Kendall meeting the Women in Tech taskforce
ALT Liz Kendall meeting the Women in Tech taskforce
ALT Liz Kendall meeting the Women in Tech taskforce
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11 Dec 2025
Science in action: @transportgovuk recently published new Transport Hazard Summaries turning evidence into practical guidance.
Covering a wide range of risks, these summaries support operators to assess, plan and keep the UK moving. Read the summaries linked below!👇
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10 Dec 2025
Did you know that science and technology can help police respond 656 times faster?
@kent_police used Rapid Video Response (RVR) to reduce the wait times of calls from domestic abuse victims.
Find out more below.
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