As we head into the final day of campaigning for the 2024 UK General Election, major political parties have outlined their strategies for digital transformation and cybersecurity.
This article delves into the Manifesto 2024 commitments of the Labour, Conservative, Liberal Democrat, Green, SNP, Plaid Cymru, and Reform UK parties, highlighting their commitments and visions for a digitally secure future.
Thursday 4 July – polling day
- Polling booths will be open between 7am and 10pm
- Counting of votes begins when the polls close
Labour Party
Digital Transformation:
– AI and Data: Introduction of an AI sector plan and a national data library to support research.
– Infrastructure: A 10-year infrastructure strategy to build essential digital infrastructure, including datacentres.
Cybersecurity:
– Integration: Ensuring secure integration of new technologies across the economy and public services
Labour Party Manifesto 2024
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Conservative and Unionist Party
Digital Transformation:
– Broadband: Expanding gigabit broadband across the UK.
– Technology Investment: Continued investment in cutting-edge digital technologies to enhance national infrastructure.
Cybersecurity:
– National Security: Strengthening national cybersecurity defenses and increasing support for businesses to protect against cyber threats
Conservative and Unionist Party Manifesto 2024
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Liberal Democrat Party
Digital Transformation:
– Broadband and AI: Ensuring gigabit broadband for all and creating a regulatory framework for AI to ensure ethical use.
– NHS Digital Tools: Investing in digital tools and technologies for the NHS to improve patient care and efficiency.
Cybersecurity:
– Online Crime Agency: Establishing a new agency to tackle illegal online activities.
– Digital Bill of Rights: Introducing a Digital Bill of Rights to protect privacy and free expression online
Liberal Democrat Party Manifesto 2024
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Green Party
Digital Transformation:
– Renewable Energy: Investment in digital infrastructure to support renewable energy projects and community ownership.
– Digital Bill of Rights: Establishing standards for the rule of law and democracy in digital spaces.
Cybersecurity:
– AI Regulation: A precautionary regulatory approach to AI to mitigate risks and harms
Green Party Manifesto 2024
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SNP (Scottish National Party)
Digital Transformation:
– Digital Public Services: Enhancing digital public services to improve accessibility and efficiency.
– Broadband Expansion: Expanding high-speed broadband to rural and remote areas.
Cybersecurity:
– Strengthening Measures: Increasing funding and strengthening cybersecurity measures across public and private sectors
Scottish National Party Manifesto 2024
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Plaid Cymru
Digital Transformation:
– Digital Economy: Developing Wales into a digital economy hub and supporting tech startups.
– Broadband Infrastructure: Improving broadband infrastructure to ensure high-speed internet access for all communities.
Cybersecurity:
– Framework Enhancement: Enhancing cybersecurity frameworks to protect businesses and public services
Plaid Cymru Party Manifesto 2024
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Reform UK
Digital Transformation:
– Infrastructure Investment: Significant investment in digital infrastructure to support economic growth and innovation.
Cybersecurity:
– National Defense: Robust measures to protect national infrastructure and businesses, including increased funding for cybersecurity initiatives
Reform UK Party Manifesto 2024
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