The key to the UK's AI success lies in closing the skills gap

The UK’s ambition to become a global AI superpower is being stifled by a widening skills gap, undermining its potential in research and innovation. Recent data revealed that 73% of UK workers have had no formal AI training, despite two-thirds of workers, using the technology daily.

This disconnect between training and use highlights an imbalance that is causing friction when it comes to deploying AI across businesses. Currently, a minimal 1% of businesses leaders believe their organizations have reached true AI maturity.

Closing the gap will require coordinated action from the UK government and businesses.

The planned £187 million investment in a national skills program to bring digital and AI learning into classrooms is a strong foundation, but lasting results ...