Burnham sparks backlash over reported plans to ditch DSIT
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If DSIT is restructured or dissolved, UK tech policy risk goes up—relationships, grant programs, and regulatory interfaces may all be re-routed. Any UK-based team relying on public funding, sandboxes, or approvals should map exposure now and diversify points of contact in government.
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