The UK has a worldwide reputation for delivering the best tech from around the world. From the creation of the first modern computer and internet, to the cutting edge of healthtech and artificial intelligence, the UK and our businesses are synonymous with the advancements in tech that revolutionise the way we interact in the world. 

It's of no wonder then, why so many scale ups choose to base themselves in the UK.

What gives us our reputation?

• Over 35,000 start ups and scale ups choose the UK as their home 
• Our tech start up and scale up ecosystem is valued at $585 billion
• We're Europe's greatest producer of Unicorns, with over 100 companies valued between $250 and $800 million

Foundations that help you thrive

From our effective, stable, and accessible regulatory systems to world class financial services centre, the UK is an outstanding environment to accelerate your growth and build a thriving international business. 

By being based in the UK, you have access to a system that is designed to support businesses, allowing you to secure the capital, research and development, or other expertise to help secure the cutting edge in your field. 

     How our environment helps you?

• Our workforce already houses 2.1 million people working in Digital industries
   
• We're home to 7 out of 10 of Europe's unicorn venture capital firms, hunting for the next big tech find
   
• Our world leading academic institutes (4 of the top 10 universities globally) give you the cutting edge in research and development

Now is the time

There has never been a better time to scale up your business in the UK, thanks to the surge of investment into tech companies. Impact tech investment reached an all time high of $2.6 billion, and Healthtech investment has doubled from £25 million to £82 million. 

In addition to this, the Government is committed to ensuring that the UK remains the global centre for tech innovation. Through our new global visa, and increased investment into supportive infrastructure, the UK Government is ensuring that tech companies continue to thrive. 

• The new Global Visa route makes it easier than ever to bring top talent to the UK 
   
• The Government is committed to investing a further $1 billion into infrastructure that supports tech
   
• VC tech investment has hit a record high of $15 billion