AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDefence Technology: UK-made strike drones have launched from HMS Queen Elizabeth in a reported naval first, as Britain steps up work on uncrewed systems. Health Innovation: The government and UKRI are putting more than £52m into five research hubs, including projects using AI to spot diabetes and heart disease in eye scans and speed up dementia diagnosis. Electric Vehicles: Tata plans to invest £4bn in a 40GWh battery plant in Somerset, a major boost for UK carmaking and future electric models. Biotech: The MHRA has accepted an application for review of an investigational gene therapy for Sanfilippo syndrome; approval is not guaranteed. Policing Technology: Avon and Somerset Police plan their first live facial recognition deployment in Bath, while ministers are setting out tighter safeguards and oversight for police use. Digital Health: Hywel Dda is rolling out electronic observations across west Wales hospitals to help staff spot patient deterioration sooner.
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