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WHAT'S NEXT?: Achieving Brexit will dominate the UK's agenda up to and beyond 2020 with uncertainty rife until clear decisions are made on the form of Great Britain's future relationship with the EU and the rest of the world.

• [New] Britain's strategy seeks to ensure that by 2035 no more than 60% of any single critical mineral is sourced from one country. "Inform"
• [New] The strategy, announced by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), is the largest single investment area for 2026-2030, with additional AI investments integrated throughout its broader budget. UKAuthority
• [New] An estimated 4.1 million people in England are living with undiagnosed high blood pressure, which significantly raises the risk of heart attacks and strokes. UKAuthority
• [New] Every crown court in England and Wales will receive funding to operate at maximum capacity next year, aiming to reduce delays and deliver faster justice for victims. UKAuthority
• [New] An additional £292 million of existing funding will be redirected to GP practices to recruit more GPs or increase the working hours of current staff, potentially adding around 1,600 full-time equivalent GPs across England. UKAuthority
• [New] The new Home Office rule means airlines will prevent passengers from boarding flights to the UK if they do not have an ETA, eVisa, or other valid documentation. UKAuthority
• [New] UK-based organizations can sign up for the NCSC's free Early Warning service to receive alerts about potential cyber threats. UKAuthority
• [New] 'Invest 2035' directs substantial funding toward areas like genomics, personalised medicine, and vaccine development, ensuring the UK stays at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Oboe
• [New] Regular rail freight traffic through the Channel Tunnel will help reduce pollution, potholes and congestion while providing new jobs across the UK. GOV.UK
• [New] Only 1 in 4 UK technicians is qualified to work on electric vehicles, risking skills gaps and slowing the shift to sustainable transport. Open Access Government
• [New] Investors fear a new inflationary shock could hit major economies including the UK as a result of full-blown war between the US and Iran. City AM
• [New] The UK government has been investing heavily in renewable energy in its bid to meet 95% of electricity demand with clean power by 2030. BBC News
• [New] The UK government is considering an early phaseout of its North Sea windfall tax, which could serve as a re-rating catalyst for Harbour Energy, Ithaca Energy, and Serica Energy. usfunds
• [New] Rival British firm Vertical Aerospace is racing to get air taxis off the ground and hopes to carry passengers within two years. The US Sun
• The UK is at risk of losing its status as a major manufacturing center after a sharp rise in energy prices that has forced about 40% of businesses to cut back investment. The Guardian

Last updated: 03 March 2026